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Originally Posted by Jason14h
And this is the issue.
We acquired some of these guys DURING the rebuild.
Canadian teams do not do proper rebuilds usually. This is probably one of the issues why all are outside the playoffs
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Every single team who has ever done a rebuild has used UFA signings. It's not possible to fill an NHL roster with prospects. I don't understand how some of you think this can be the case.
A big issue with Edmonton's rebuild is that they can't attract any good UFA players. Their youth was surrounded by more youth and nobody learned how to play NHL hockey.
The Flames players have developed amazingly with the help of UFA signings. Not all of them work out, but some do. Wideman has been worth his contract at times and was great alongside Gaudreau last year. Hudler has been a great mentor for both Monahan and Gaudreau.
Hudler cost money to acquire and left the Flames with 2 draft picks. Hudler helped develop the team in a competitive environment and leaves us with assets for future trades or prospects. That's the definition of a win-win.