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Originally Posted by Dan02
I respectfully disagree, Bouma is the type of player who can bring a contender some solid energy and responsible play on the 4th line, if he's not far enough down the depth chart to be 4th line material then you don't have a contending team.
Bouma is the type of player that gets 2 year extensions not 4. 2x2 sign him.
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What I'm more referring to is you need different types of players to be a true contender.
If a team like Edmonton thinks it can get by on 1st overall picks full of skill and natural talent, by all means prove the formula wrong. But true contenders have these depth players with heart and true determination to do every little thing right in order for your team to win.
Bouma is a big part of the Flames current identity. Heart, passion and a no-quit mentality. Show me a Flame that better exemplifies what Hartley wants his team to be.