When the Flames decide that they are not going to compete with this core and they do need to rebuild much like they did in 2013 I hope they do take their time and try and pick as high in the draft as possible. It is also key to keep high drafted free agents in junior/NCAA/Europe and not rush them to the NHL. As soon as you start paying these young guys the big bucks the clock starts ticking to win. Teams love to put their 18 year old fresh shiny toys on display for the fans to sell hope but once you start paying these guys you do not want to wait until year 4 of their 6-8 year deal to start to make the playoffs.
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