I haven't liked how the Flames have looked vs the Oilers for years now since their big 2 joined their team. I have seen some games where the Flames play them well and the way they need to, but I've been unhappy with the majority of the games, including some games they've won. I don't know what it is, and the Oilers certainly have something to do with it, but the Flames just look unsure. This could be completely in my head.
I'd also say that they don't really play the way they do against the Oilers, when playing anyone else. This surprises me with a coach like Sutter, who stresses consistency and systems and playing the right way. It's one thing for a few players to completely abandon the system and style but for the entire team except for Backlund? There's more to this...
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