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The Flames have a tough time attracting free agents (something they hope their new building addresses). A mass exodus creates more holes to plug. Not everyone is as dedicated to Southern Alberta as Mikael Backlund.
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I don't get it. Isn't this the point? That the Flames have trouble attracting top talent? How can an organization like the Flames attract and retain the talent if it's not through the draft?
They have to know now that you can't compete - at least consistently to give yourself a big cup window - unless you have multiple stars on the team.
It's not difficult at this point, and I really don't understand why this organization is making it difficult.
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You worry that one bad season snowballs into three or four, with your veteran players walking out the door.
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We're already at three seasons with no playoffs, and now with the start to this season, almost assuredly at four.
Rebuild or retool, there is always going to be pain. Neither is going to be short term.
Do it right, or you will wish you had sooner.