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Originally Posted by moon
I am not sure any one has said elite talent alone wins just that you don't win Stanley cups without it.
Also in your example is their a team that has more of a winning culture than the Datsyuk/Zetterberg/Lidstrom Red Wings?
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Where were they drafted again? You don't necessarily need to tank in order to win. The very same examples you brought up haven't tanked - they made good moves in trades and signings, and drafted well.
Where were all of Anaheim's core drafted from? They didn't draft Pronger or Niedermeyer. Getzlaf and Perry weren't lottery picks. They didn't draft Selanne.
This was your original point that started this entire barrage - you think the Flames should tank and finish as close to last as possible, and this effort and resultant wins here and there are hurting them.
There is just as much of an argument to avoid a losing culture, and avoid tanking. You still pick up great players.
I don't know about you, but I will always pick the properly managed and coached club as more likely to become a championship team that 'tankers'.