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Originally Posted by sureLoss
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Originally Posted by NHL.com
"Gaudreau's optimism comes from Calgary's somewhat surprising success last season, considering expectations under then first-year coach Glen Gulutzan and the additions general manager Brad Treliving made this offseason.
The Flames were considered underdogs by many but got into the Stanley Cup Playoffs as the first wild card from the Western Conference with 45 wins, including 41 in regulation or overtime, and 94 points, largely because they went 20-9-1 in 30 games after the All-Star break."
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Were the Flames really considered "underdogs" by a lot of observers? I recall from the start of last season that most had them taking a big step and competing for a playoff spot.