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Originally Posted by howard_the_duck
Skill wise yes, but there would still be significant shortcomings on team speed. Watching Nashville and Winnipeg I'm mesmerized by the transition game and ability for all lines to skate. I look through that Flames forward core (with the pipe dream of Tavares) and there are still 4-5 guys that prevent us from being a quick team up front.
IMO that's one of the biggest priorities of the offseason. Adding personnel that will allow this team to play a much quicker game.
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If you look at the lineup a couple posts up as a discussion point, there are at least 2 fast players on each of those lines. They also have a fast D core. There is nothing wrong with the Flames' team speed. They need a faster tempo for sure. And they need more offense. Tavares definitely helps with both of those (he would be replacing Stajan in the lineup).