Yes, we are as good as our record indicates. And modest though that may be, it still exceeds the expectations of everyone but themselves.
Biggest things we need for next year is a step forward defensively from at least one defenceman, and to either re-sign Cammalleri or find a way to replace his offence. A healthy Wideman would help alleviate pressure on offence from the blueline since one can't simply assume Gio will repeat this season. It's a matter of progression now. The games will get harder next year. Need players to keep getting better, need prospects to continue stepping up, and need this year's draft picks to enter the system with promise. Most importantly, need to keep everyone moving the same direction like they are this season.
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