I just can't wait to watch some hockey! Beyond all, it is about watching the progression of the younger players hoping they progress. I am also a bit more excited for the WJC in December because their is a good chance that the team may have multiple Flames prospects (can't remember the last time that could be said). The common theme for sure is around the younger players.
What I am dreading is that period from January to the trade deadline. Those dog days are tough when the expectation is you will be outside looking in while teams go on playoff drives. The previous years we had the Olympics and the shortened season to break up that stretch. Not so much this time.
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