I think there are equal chances that if the Flames go into a tankbuild they become the next Oilers and Sabres in the sense we go a decade + where just making it in the playoffs and losing in the first round would be something we could only wish for.
I look at Ottawa after 4 years in the tank and I struggle to see that team doing anything more than what this current Flames team has accomplished (making the playoffs a few times, maybe win a round probably not win a division)
After a weird pandemic CFL style season I don’t think it is the right time to nuke the team especially after the Flames signed a goalie and coach for the now. I think there is a good chance that rebuild is coming but I prefer they try to alter the core like they did in the 2018 offseason and see what next season brings. A decision on Johnny is key as he can’t be lost for nothing
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