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Originally Posted by guzzy
I disagree with the watering down comments. There are more people playing worldwide. There is more talent than there ever has been. 80's hockey was brutal to watch compared to the skill of today. Messier would skate over the blue line and score with a wrist shot from the top of the circle everytime. That goal doesn't happen anymore because the players are better.
Yes, systems, goalie equipment etc have caused a downturn of scoring but it isn't due to lack of talent.
With the recent rise of US hockey and the annual increase of Draft picks coming from US, the game is getting bigger and skill is better.
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No doubt there are enough NHL-quality players to keep the talent level high. But are there enough fans with sustained interest in the game - regular season and playoffs?
And from a purely selfish point of view, more teams means decreased odds of the Flames winning a Cup.