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Originally Posted by thymebalm
I disagree. It depends on the seed. If come game 82 the Flames are in the 8th seed after missing the playoffs last year with a young team, they fully qualify as "Cinderella Story" when the puck drops during the post season. This characterization would be solidified with an upset victory in the first round.
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I reject the notion that every 8th seed to win a playoff round is a "Cinderella story." This label should be reserved for below average NHL teams who overcome expectations to make the playoffs, and who win a series in which they are grossly outclassed on paper. The Flames match up fairly well with nearly every team in the League. If they win a round it should not come as a huge surprise.