[Reggie Dunlop]

Originally Posted by timbit

Just reminiscing...

The Flames missed the playoffs last season.

They have been remarkably productive on and off the ice , in building a team that has led the conference for the majority of the season.

They have a 3-4 year window as a contender.

They have been top 4 offensively, top 10 defensively, most of the season.

They have , at this point, 5 players with more than 60 points. The last time that happened was the powerhouse Penguins in 1993.

Their coach , GM and top D are all in strong consideration for major awards.

Gaudreau and Lindholm will get strong support for other awards.

They have 4 very strong young stud D who are 22 or younger.

Their goaltending has been average to below average ( most of the season).

Historically, the team has been to the SCF 3 times, winning once.

This team , IMO, outside of the Cup winning team in 89, is the most talented team ever.

They will learn a lot more about who they are and what it will take to win in the SC playoffs during this losing spell than they will from 7 game winning streaks.

My advice, patience and endurance.

If it was easy, anybody could do it.

And some decent depth for when the inevitable playoff injuries happen.