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Originally Posted by SuperMatt18
I know you like to push the Hartley ruined Sven agenda but IMO Sven looked 100 times better in his 200ft play this pre-season.
From all accounts he has been one of the few players that is playing well for Addy so far, and looks like he is combining his offensive game with a stronger defensive game.
Maybe let the process actually run itself out before acting like we are ruining all of our prospects.
I am sure it was all doom and gloom when Hartley made Backlund and Brodie healthy scratches as well....how is that working out?
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I never said Hartley ruined/is ruining anybody. Stalled, delayed, maybe.
Just saying that our young, pure skilled players are being scratched for whatever reason not justified by their play or underlying stats.
You mention Backlund yet his numbers were fantastic before Hartley erred scratching him in the first place. He is naturally getting better as he approaches his prime, but people are mistaking improved play with increased opportunity.
The Flames need to see Gaudreau and Baertschi develop into good players. Hartley's attitude regarding them doesn't help that long-term goal.