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Originally Posted by dino7c
The 04 team had no depth...they didn't even have an AHL team that season. This team is better equipped to handle a long run.
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Granted they weren't big names but the Flames were very much depleted during that 04 run. The depth and play of guys like Montador and Commodore was big for the team. Up front Lombo went out in round 2, McCammond and Reinprecht didn't play in the playoffs, it was a large reason why Sutter went after guys like Nillson and Nieminen at the deadline.
Point remains, the Flames aren't known as a playoff juggernaut, still lots to prove. And I'd rather have them gain the experience they lack in round 1 against anybody not named Vegas, which hopefully helps them be more prepared for a heavyweight battle in round 2 (if they win round 1).