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Originally Posted by Erick Estrada
Well most longtime Flames fans are pretty conditioned to the fact that the playoffs is for other NHL teams and if the Flames do make it, it's usually just for a quick cup of coffee. There are plenty of variables in play such as small market, ownership, management, coaching, players, etc. I will say the lack of success in the playoffs does feel like bit of a curse. The players and coaches change over the decades but it seems Flames teams (save for 2004) just never have the resolve to win even a first round matchup even when they have home ice advantage.
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The curse is ownership who believes they're the smartest people in the room/ league. They are unable to see the writing plain as day on the wall about how to build a competitive team in this NHL, and unwilling to replicate teams who have found success.
My personal opinion is this ultimately a massive slight against the fan base. They don't have faith that people will keep supporting them. It's why I'm so vocal constantly about the need to do it. I will continue to support through a rebuild.