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Originally Posted by Bourque's Twin
Who would've thought the 2013 draft dilemma of the Flames picking Poirier instead of hometown Shinkaruk would come down to having both on the team being put on waivers 4 years later?
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I think this is a reflection that the Flames have higher expectations and are coveting a certain type of player that fits a certain mold. This might not be players we would have waved in other years but at every position the Flames just continue to get stronger.
Shinkaruk and Poirer at this point likely don't fit the criteria. They could have come in and been difference makers but for whatever reason just didn't step up. Every prospect including Shinkaruk, Poirier should watch highlights of Matthew Tkachuk. Matthew is a difference maker on so many levels, goes to the dirty areas, screens, initiates and intimidates, does so many things better than your average team player.
On another point I thought Foo played really good I think he has the ability but appears at this point trying to fit in, "maybe still adjusting the system". I believe the Flames are just looking for character, players drive and push that extra gear, but who and bring something that sets them apart.