Offering very different perspectives of their previous experiences with Theoren Fleury are Jarome Iginla and Craig Conroy.
"I hated him," said Conroy. "Really.
"He's kind of yappy, but he works hard. He's in your face. It's always about winning, and he competes hard.
"He probably said some stuff to me."
Out of the league for six years, Fleury is attempting his comeback with the Flames at the age of 41. Conroy, at 38, is no longer the oldest at training camp. It eases the formerly harsh feelings.
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Skating with Flames at the Westside Recreation Centre for a few months, Fleury has made an impression.
"He can still score goals if Westside is any indication," Conroy said. "He's working hard. He came in in great shape."
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