Buffalo is evidence of terrible mismanagement, not that drafting high doesn't work.
They botched developing those top picks properly and then keeping them Sabres property, along with transactions that didn't help move the group forward and poor coaching hires.
You have to run every aspect of your operation badly to accomplish what the Sabres have.
I actually don't think with the Flames recent track record of drafting and development, and the structure implemented at the top level that they'd be capable if stooping to Buffalo's level if a couple Eichel/Dahlin caliber players were dropped into their laps.
It just shows such a weak mindset and low confidence in the talent and minds in the organization to show that level of apprehension towards becoming Buffalo.
Should have put Maloney out to pasture.
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