Coleman and Backs were instrumental in building the team culture/chemistry this year. At this stage of their career, they’re definitely not going to be putting up big numbers, but the leadership characteristics are extremely valuable. You need to set the tone and dictate what it is to be an NHL player and how to win. I believe the success and team growth that the Flames had can be traced back to how these guys prepare and the mindset they bring to the rink everyday. Sure, you want to make room for the kids, but replacing these two would cause the team to regress in my opinion.
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