I don't agree with Dreger. The Flames have iced a team focused on development. Putting forward a roster designed to lose with rookies playing over their head is a good way to get high draft picks sure. But it creates a poor development environment.
You need veterans to shelter the prospects and generate competition. The Flames didn't give up big assets to bring on top players. Engallend and Setoguchi aren't exactly game changers.
I will say this though. If the kids out play the vets in camp (and they have) and show they are NHL ready (and they have) they better make the team. If guys like Setoguchi are on the roster while some of our stand outs are demoted I will start asking questions as well.
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