We're going to definitely need to start looking closer at building a team of players that are interested in being here for the long term; ones that see a vision for success, see the value in building a team as a whole (the Crosby discount), and have roots in this area if possible (similar to what happened today). Above all, we need a respected and revered organization that puts 100% into what the team, the players and the fan experience.
Then can we get to a point where star players are leaving American and eastern teams to 'come home' to play here. Even as a small market, I don't think it's impossible with the right vision and commitment to a plan.
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