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Originally Posted by djsFlames
I don't see why thinking playoffs is a bad idea.
For one: Losing mentality. Can't have guys like MacKinnon stepping in next year to a team that's aiming at a second lottery pick, and getting used to that 'minset' right off the bat. Very bad effect on young players.
For two: Why the hell not? Wouldn't you rather be Ottawa than Edmonton? The Sens looked to be exactly where we are now 2 years ago, and they seem to be doing alright, if I'm not mistaken. If we pick our three 1st picks right, then it should establish a solid core to move forward with, (including Sven, Brodie). It shouldn't take us eight or nine 1sts over a couple years to get it right. Draft effectively with the multiple picks you have in the extra deep draft and make it count.
Why does a rebuild have to have a minimum 2-3 year time period? If these pick become impact players and we can push for an 8th seed next season with the mix of vets and kids, then can't we keep at it and actually start to draft and develop well like the San Jose's Detroits and Nashvilles, rather than expect to be another Columbus or Edmonton?
I'm sorry, but I don't object to a winning mentality. That is definitely a massive mistake that the Oilers organization made. Along with not putting enough quality veteran leaders on their team to shelter and mentor the younger players as they made the transition.
Pathetic development tactics by them. I'm glad that it appears we'll be attempting to take a different route.
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There is no minimum time period required.
However, there is a certain amount of assets required. And the Flames simply don't have the assets for a quick rebuild.
Three firsts is awesome, but in all likelihood, only one of them will make the team next year.
Add Baertschi, the lottery pick, Horak, Bouma and maybe Reinhart and Breen to this team, along with a couple UFAs and is there a rational hockey fan alive that thinks that team could make the playoffs?
I am not trying to be a Debbie Downer here, but our D and our goaltending next year is going to be less than stellar
Nothing wrong with a little patience and sticking to a plan