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Originally Posted by Igottago
And how do you know this? Fact is there were a lot of knowledgeable hockey people saying similar things. As well as the Flames brass, who as laughable as they seem to be right now, have an NHL level scouting department and various resources and tools to help make their decisions.
Also, the consensus top 5 draft picks aren't guaranteed to be franchise players either. The whole thing is a gamble. You go with the best information you have and you make a decision that seems likely to help your club.
At least with ROR he has played well in the NHL. Would it have been the right move for Calgary? Nobody knows, not even you.
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You would trade a top five pick in this draft for ROR. Is that what you are saying?