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Originally Posted by CliffFletcher
Toronto is on a lot fewer NTCs than Calgary.
The Leafs also have far more resources for scouting, analytics, development, training, and all of the other off-ice components of an NHL an operation.
I’d wager virtually every executive in the NHL would prefer to work for the Leafs than the Flames.
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Easy to say when the Leafs have a core in its prime and are putting up perennial 100 point seasons.
Wait until the good times are no longer rolling there (like it was for years) and see how appealing it is with the pressure and expectations.
Every executive likes the idea of being the guy that solves the maple Leafs cup futility, but it's way more attractive when they're already good and potentially a move or two away from breaking through. That's easy pickins.
When times are bad, no one wants to touch Toronto with a hundred foot pole. Miserable place, and you never stop hearing about it. Would be a nightmare.