Picked Lanny, just because. He's got the cup to prove it. Also still holds the Flame goal scoring record at 66. Second only to Wayne that year, and a goal total that many top players on many other teams never reached. Different era, but did Crosby ever get 66? (actually he never even got 52, Iggy's top, but you know what I mean) Also, nice to end on a high note.
Iggy maybe best captain in the early years, maybe waned in the latter. Got all the records but the one I mentioned, but no cup. And seemed to lose his edge and competitive spirit after 07. Well, compared to 02 and 04. Still great, just maybe second.
Fleury, great player. Horrible captain.
Honorable mention to the chatty Craig Conroy. Love that guy. Great Flame, and becoming a kick ass executive.
Also to Smith, who did more for us as an Oiler than a Flame.
EDIT: Gio is making a strong case, and a cup may push him over the edge, but a way to go yet.
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