I have a couple of thoughts. First thing is first, the unfortunate part of being the flames GM, is that their hands are tied in terms of a rebuild. It's common knowledge our ownership does not have the patience (or likely the appetite for lost revenue) to do a full scorched earth rebuild. This is amplified by the new building and them wanting to be competitive leading up to, and after the new building is in place.
Secondly, I agree with the majority of posters who are saying Craig has done a great job so far with the hand he was dealt.
Regarding a rebuild, even if Craig was allowed to go that way, having a top 10 goalie who is also young and locked up long term changes everything for two reasons. The first is that it instantly makes you competitive for a playoff spot, and secondly it becomes really hard to finish bottom 5.
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