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Originally Posted by bubbsy
That is a unrealistic expectation for good/experienced GMs let alone a mediocre rookie GM. The only path to a 2 year rebuild is trading your high picks for current roster players and building thru free agency.
The more I think about it the more I think the flames brass stick to the status quo. The goal of this franchise is not building a contender. It has ALWAYS been to build teams that can make the playoffs.
The gm is likely safe. I actually wouldn't be surprised if the flames make zero big changes to the core, outside of just signing Taylor Hall. It buys them big name excitement, while everyone realizes this moves the needle very little towards building a contender.
Again, that is not the goal. The team will definitely make the playoffs though. Any playoff wins are just gravy.
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When I say rebuild the team, I mean rebuild the foundation. Not take them to the Cup or anything - but rather lay the foundation for future success.