[OptimalTates]

So a trade that occurred in 2018 was indicative that the Flames were rebuilding in 2015 because admitting they weren't patient enough to actually rebuild like those teams that just fought for the Cup is for what exactly? So if they continue to sign UFAs and trade away picks to keep the team in a constant state of mediocrity like it has been for the last decade+ won't seem like a waste if Gaudreau leaves?

I mean if you're signing high profile UFAs and trading away multiple high picks and prospects including those in future years and not just the current one, and you're still rebuilding, then Montreal is on year 123 of their rebuild because you're never not rebuilding.

I just don't get it, the Flames are known for not "tanking" and rebuilding and trying to ice the best team it can. It's a noble goal, but it's very clearly at odds with rebuilding and it's becoming more and more apparent that rebuilding is the key to the Cup.