It was the constant pick dealing over the years by Sutter as well that ended up being the most significant factor in my opinion. You just can't deal away picks in the first 3 rounds years after year without getting long term assets back in return.
I'm glad the Flames got Hamilton with a bunch of picks, but they can't keep doing that if they want to be successful. If the team bottoms out here in the games after the All-Star break I will be relieved somewhat. This team has valuable assets that can help speed things up, but you gotta move them when the time presents itself.
Give this flames team another 15 million dollars in cap and a few more drafts with 4-6 picks in the first 3 rounds and the flames could be a contender.
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