Leadership group: Backlund, Coleman, Lomberg, Huberdeau, Kadri, Weegar and Andersson.
Andersson is leaving at some point this season. Coleman is likely gone at next season's deadline. Who knows about Kadri? I will be surprised if he finishes his contract in Calgary, but who knows? That's 2 - and maybe 3 - important leaders off this team.
Now look at Zary, Pospisil and Coronato. They play hard every shift. If this culture continues, they won't be able to play any other way, as this will be how they know to play. That's what it means being developed on a team with this kind of culture. Parekh and the future stars of this team will also be brought up in this culture - at least, if this culture is still present. I would say it has a greater chance to remain present by re-signing Lomberg and making sure he is around for a few more seasons. He plays hard all the time, and he keeps everyone lose in the room. I am glad to see him being extended.
|