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Originally Posted by Nelson
I don’t think it’s up for debate that the Flames have accomplished very little. I also don’t think the word rebuild is helpful. What the Flames really need to do is commit themselves to drafting lots and well for an extended period of time. Stop the short-sighted management. Stop trading away draft picks for veteran depth to try to make the playoffs or go on a run.
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No argument here.
I think it’s fine for the Flames to continue to try and compete but it’s critical to develop that next wave of players. The moves they are about to make, Hanifin, Backlund,Tanev (I think) should be made to get some draft capital, or prospects.