I think the Flames will surprise a lot of teams this year. Will we struggle at times, for sure, we are the farthest thing from a complete team right now, but we have the building blocks and the infusion of youth can't be overlooked.
I am not one for analytics either, but there were a TON of Flames that underperformed last year ... if even just half of them head back to the averages, this team is going to be better. And don't underestimate Wolf and his competitive desire to put the team on his back. I think he continues to make his way up the charts as one of the better goalies in the league.
Do we have warts? Absolutely. Will we struggle some nights - you bet we will. One thing I have learned is to never underestimate when a team plays for each other and the culture on the Flames over the past couple of seasons has taken a remarkable shift. They are going to surprise a few of the pundits out there.
I will always cheer for my Flames, win or lose. I just enjoy watching them to whatever end. Here's hoping for a good season.
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