Agreed that it seems normal for a rebuilding team. The Flames were also lucky to not be tied down with any undesirable long term contracts.
Some rebuilding teams go scorched earth (see Oilers) and move out anyone worth anything.
The Flames have been doing a 2 out, 2 in approach where the core was moved over the course of a couple seasons.
What I'm sure is rare however, is that a team can be this successful so soon after moving out their old veteran core.
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