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GranteedEV · 12-05-2022, 09:44 PM

Yes, the Flames have a problem promoting young players. Even some of our so-called success stories - Mangiapane, Kylington, Ruzicka, - are unlikely to ever play #1 PP for us. Opportunities are not earned, they're arbitrarily selected.

Sam Bennett was another totally mishandled young player. Even Dougie Hamilton was never used to his full potential here. And unlike some here, I don't think it's totally independant of Adam Fox' decision to look elsewhere - regardless of his desire to be a Ranger...

For whatever reason the Flames organizations plays favourites not based on merit but based on their gut feeling. And they load up on overpriced, underwhelming veterans.

12-05-2022, 09:44 PM	#76
GranteedEV Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Calgary Exp:	Yes, the Flames have a problem promoting young players. Even some of our so-called success stories - Mangiapane, Kylington, Ruzicka, - are unlikely to ever play #1 PP for us. Opportunities are not earned, they're arbitrarily selected. Sam Bennett was another totally mishandled young player. Even Dougie Hamilton was never used to his full potential here. And unlike some here, I don't think it's totally independant of Adam Fox' decision to look elsewhere - regardless of his desire to be a Ranger... For whatever reason the Flames organizations plays favourites not based on merit but based on their gut feeling. And they load up on overpriced, underwhelming veterans. __________________ "May those who accept their fate find happiness. May those who defy it find glory."