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Originally Posted by GioforPM
LOL. You made a general proposition and when shown contrary examples you wish to say “they don’t count because…”.
Calgary already had a star goalie - second in Vezina voting, plus a star forward, a great top line, good defensive numbers overall, decent depth throughout and decided they’d shore up forward because of the Monahan injury. That’s almost identical to how most top teams add at the deadline.
TB paid a first for Barclay Goodrow. Two firsts for Brandon Hagel.
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You only read the parts that fit your narrative. I already said in several posts that it's different if you already are stacked with D, goalies, playoff performers.
You seem to think the Flames qualify here. I am sorry but that is simply delusional through any conventional means of evaluation.
Yes Tampa gave up a pick in 2020 for a 26 year old two way Center. Not a 30 year old winger.
You already know Brandon Hagel's age and how that is irrelevant.
Tampa had 9 picks in 2020 because even in the middle of their cup runs they were acquiring more prospects than they spent. Nothing you have brought forward is an exception. They are examples of winners valuing G, D, and play under pressure. They are examples of winners Aquiring picks.