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Originally Posted by strombad
For one, it's been 20 games. Hard to really convince anyone the whole year has been wasted at this point.
Secondly, the entire development system the Flames have is completely different from what it was even 3-4 years ago, so why don't we actually back down from the "this is what the Flamea are known for" crap. Brodie and Bouma have both developed nicely, and a lot of guys playing on the Heat look like they've taken a big step. Sven is struggling, this does not dictate the entire ability of the Flames development staff.
Either way, ridiculous cop out to lean on an idea that is no longer relevant. This isn't 2008. We have the best AHL team in the league despite having no high end prospects. Our development must be garbage!
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brodie's a good example, but until a case can be made otherwise, he's the exception not the rule.
Backlund/baertchi first round picks being developed adequately and given the type of "leashes" to succeed is critical. So far this season, sure doesn't seem like the organization has succeeded in making players successful at the NHL level.