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Originally Posted by Ferarri
At the very least it’s time to try something new. This core has been given a long leash and has proved that it’s not up to the task. At some point you just have to accept reality and realize this isn’t a Stanley cup contender or even a playoff contender.
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I think this is spot on, and the thing Flames fans really need to keep in mind.
Even if they can marshal up some nice wins against division rivals here and there, and even if they can squeak into the playoffs, there is really no objective reason to think that this group has the capability to advance past the second round, or would not simply get crushed again by a team like Colorado.
Of course, there's always the chance of a Cinderella run like 2004, but then you're literally hoping for a fairy tale to come true.
No matter how this season turns out, I hope the Flames are very active in exploring big moves in the off-season. The team needs a new leader on the ice - ideally someone who can take the offence on his back from time to time and will the team to score. If they have to move a couple of pieces to acquire one of higher quality, I'm all for it.