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Originally Posted by PepsiFree
Yeah, and obviously “isn’t going to win us a cup” is an overly definitive statement, but my point was mostly that I don’t really see the solution on the bench. Maybe Vladar takes over, maybe he gets us to the playoffs on the back of a .905. If we go out in round one, is that really any better than missing the playoffs in a year where it doesn’t look like we have it and the draft is great?
It’s one of those scenarios where (to me) it feels like a switch is going to place us on the high end of mediocre at best. If we felt like a contender that was just being held back by goaltending, I’d be 100% for a switch.
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I think it's as simple as playing the hot hand. I certainly don't think Vladar is going to win the Flames a Stanley Cup but the organization has always had the playoffs or bust mentality and I don't think many organizations would do any different in the Flames situation. The NHL largely consists of mediocre teams treading water that hold out hope for making the playoffs and going on a Cinderella run. The Flames are part of that group.