Meh, Flames are rebuilding, and the Ducks are an elite squad. Can't really be too surprised at the result.
That said, I really don't care for Hartley and the way he handles his bench, and IMO keeping him here is only going to hurt the franchise long-term. I find it hard to overlook the fact that most of the Flames' young players have disappointed under a coach who
a) has a reputation of leaning on his veterans, and
b) was out of an NHL gig for many years before his good buddy became a GM
Rebuild or not, Feaster and Hartley should be on thin ice. If not for Burke I would have some serious concerns about the organization's future.
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