Too early to tell. A cautious yes but that's going on a lot of assumptions on how this team has to improve, especially when it comes to consistent scoring past the top line. Not going to surprise too many next year, nor the comebacks.
A couple mid tier ufa's coming in, further development by young players, consistent/continued play from the surprises this year (Wideman), and they will be in the mix. But by no means guaranteed.
You also hope that the whip Hartley uses isn't losing some of its effectiveness.
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