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Originally Posted by Jiri Hrdina
May not be a patience thing.
Perhaps they don't think a full tank works.
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Yeah, that’s fair. Who knows what their exact motivation is, it could very well be that they just don’t see it as an ideal strategy.
I think it’s a mix of several factors, and while I don’t necessarily agree with the approach, I can understand it.
This market probably isn’t well-suited for a long, drawn-out rebuild when considering market size, the direct market competition up north and how attractive the market is to players when the team’s not winning. From a business standpoint, I don’t think ownership has the appetite for that kind of timeline. And as you mentioned, I do think they place real value on maintaining a consistently competitive culture.
I’d define their strategy as a retool with a five-year window, aiming to stay competitive throughout. Develop the prospect pipeline, move expiring contracts, and supplement the core by acquiring younger players through trades.
I’m sure they’re hoping to get a bit of lottery luck during that stretch too.