I go back to comments made by Conroy a month or so ago. The Flames haven't seen the current group go through a longer playoff run. So they're not quite sure where their deficiencies may be.
You look at teams that have made moves. Most have gone through some playoff runs, so they have a better idea of what their team is, and what they need.
I do believe there is a hole at second line wing, but Peters has shown that he can shuffle the deck and create a spark. The options are there.
Disappointing with the hype leading up, and Treliving was obviously trying, but I do think it was a good move to draw a line at what you're willing to move. Not to mention, Stone at 9.5 would have severely messed up our salary structure.
Need the top line to dominate again.
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