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Originally Posted by ricardodw
The Flames core is Tanguay, Hulder, Wideman, Gio and Glencross are signed for 2+ years for 19M /year.
If the Flames are not able to add to this rather solid core with the other 2/3 of their cap space and be a more solid playoff and SC contender than the Oilers I will be very disappointed and surprised.
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But it's not a solid core - it's one of the weakest in the NHL.
NHL teams enjoy sustained improvement, the kind of improvement that sees them occupy the top 4 in their conference for several years, only one way: having a core of elite players in 21-27 age range. Filling out the roster with efficient UFA signings is how you augment a core, not build one.