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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
Is the problem scouting? Or is it a case of, whoever they sign, it doesn't work out because there is a fundamental issue with the lineup?
I find it difficult to accept that ALL of the Flames' players are degrading, and all of the UFA signings are bad. it is much more plausible to infer that there is a problem with the lineup that is causing everyone to under-perform.
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I think it's a problem with pro scouting and NHL talent evaluation.
That and general cap management. Plus bad coaching. But I think Neal would have been a dud on the Flames regardless of the coach.
Feaster didn't know how to evaluated NHL talent. Yet he was much better at UFA signings. It's probably because he was more willing to refer to his personnel than Treliving is.
Either way, Treliving definitely has to take the blame for the UFA shortcomings.
When it comes to prospect development, I don't think it has been that bad. A lot of it comes down to coaching. It would be nice if the Heat made the playoffs more than twice per decade. More ice time for development. They've only made the playoffs 3 of the past 14 years and haven't been past the first round in 20 years. Sound familiar?