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Originally Posted by CGY12
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).
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Gauthier out after first round too I believe, and Lydman (one of the most underrated Flames ever IMO) didn’t come back until mid-final iirc.