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Number 39 · 09-14-2020, 10:21 PM

I think OEL is a very good player but I am concerned that he comes from a losing program (Beyond $ and contract length). I could be mistaken and I certainly don't work in hockey but I believe that counts for something. Back in the 1980’s the Flames traded for Risebrough specifically because he came from a history within a winning program. I believe thats worth something given that the Flames need to take the next step from being a playoff qualifying team to a playoff winning team. The Flames IMO are dont bring in enough assets from winning programs.

09-14-2020, 10:21 PM	#83
Number 39 Crash and Bang Winger Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Oakville, ON Exp:	I think OEL is a very good player but I am concerned that he comes from a losing program (Beyond $ and contract length). I could be mistaken and I certainly don't work in hockey but I believe that counts for something. Back in the 1980’s the Flames traded for Risebrough specifically because he came from a history within a winning program. I believe thats worth something given that the Flames need to take the next step from being a playoff qualifying team to a playoff winning team. The Flames IMO are dont bring in enough assets from winning programs.