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Originally Posted by PugnaciousIntern
I’d argue the biggest difference in the defensive game for the Flames this year has been the forward support. And the Bolts are undeniably strong offensively but they certainly shut things down defensively too. It’s a 5 man unit, defensive play is not exclusively dictated by defensemen
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I agree.
And guys like Hedman and Vasilevskiy (and McDonagh to an extent) are evidence that Tampa not building that team focusing only on offense. Arguably best two way defenseman an best goalie in the league.
After watching the Flames for the past eight years, I'd argue the strength of this team that is "untouchable" starts with the guy behind the bench.