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Originally Posted by stemit14
I'm excited for the season to start... I know everyone is picking the flames to finish last in the NHL but all it takes is for the flames to find that diamond in the ruff goalie to carry the team... That's what they did in 2003-2004. That's what Ottawa did in 2011-2012. That's what Colorado did in 2009-2010. That's what columbus did in 2013. Goaltending can bring a team back faster than anything.
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This!
Just about once every 1-2 seasons this happens to a team. Most recently with Bobrovsky and the Jackets. Prior to Gaborik they were playing with ZERO proven 1st line forwards, yet they were tenacious as a team and supported each other well. And then Bob did the rest. You don't always need star power to come out and have a meaningful season. Sometimes a strong goaltender who can keep you in most games and a committed team in sync with eachother, playing a solid team style can bring a team more Ws than expected.
I just hope we have that goaltender in our ranks. Whether it be Ramo, Berra or Ortio, I hope one of them can rise up and be that guy for us. Would be amazing to see us actually do some damage when everyone is least expecting it. Am I expecting this? No, of course not. But as a fan, one can always hope.