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Originally Posted by Flames Draft Watcher
Gaudreau and Baertschi are two of our best prospects in what is the deepest our system has ever been in my 20 or so years of following the Flames. Throw in Granlund and yes, I think it's safe to say that one of these kids will pan out and be able to replace Hudler within 1-2 years. Gaudreau has a higher upside than Hudler IMO if he can reach it. Baertschi has a similar upside and so does Granlund. Notice that I never said they'd replace Hudler immediately.
Pump what brakes? Is it a crime to be optimistic on our best prospects? Guess I'm guilty. Rather be that than a debbie downer pessimist.
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Settle down. If you look through my history I am generally optimistic, especially lately. I just think you're severely underrating Jiri Hudler. 50+ point, highly skilled winger, with great leadership/mentoring. It's not just about putting up points (unless your an Oiler). I agree Sven and Johnny (and possibly Poirier) have higher ceiling potential than Hudler and will both most likely be very solid NHL players. But until you see a little but more proof of that, I don't see the point in losing Hudler now. Do you really think he's going to have a major regression next year, so much so that he will be less desirable of a trade acquisition?