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Originally Posted by Robbob
I think it is even beyond that. They model and plan for multiple years. They obviously place a high importance on a strong veteran leadership group. Within the season or before the start of next year, out will be Stajan, Engellend, and Wideman. That is a pretty significant change in the room.
This is still a very young team and Brouwer gets high praise for being a team guy/leader.
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That's actually a really good point that I didn't think of.
Obviously the Flames will still have Gio as a leader...but losing the names you mentioned (potentially Stajan but maybe not?) gets rid of some bad contracts which we're all excited about, but it also risks "Turning the team over to the kids" ie -> Going full Oiler.
You need some grizzled vets to keep the boys grounded and focussed. Player-coaches if you will. With one year of being a Flame under his belt by next season, Brouwer will no doubt be one of the top three guys the young players will look up to.