The Drive for 30th - Page 38 - Calgarypuck Forums - The Unofficial Calgary Flames Fan Community

Rejean31 · 03-31-2013, 11:00 AM

Hilarious fact. The Flames still have more regulation wins than the mighty Oilers!!!

Ark2 · 03-31-2013, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by keenan87

Nope, we will go into the draft with 3-4 first rounders and 2-3 second rounders and already we will be ahead of the Oilers as we still have guys like Glencross, Hudler, Wideman, Giordano for leadership and guys ready to make the step to the NHL in Horak and Baertschi.

If we keep a couple of players and use the cap space wisely in the offseason, I can see us competing for the playoffs in 2 seasons.

This all depends on how we use our assets because at the time, the Oilers didn't have a crazy lot after Smyth

I don't think Sven is ready and Horak probably does not belong in the NHL. The Oilers will be a playoff team before we will, but that's okay. We just need to have a little patience.

topfiverecords · 03-31-2013, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by StrykerSteve

Oilers are only 1 point out, let's all hope they make it in so they don't have a ball in the entry draft lottery.

And it would be fun to see them get absolutely demolished by Chicago in the first round.

Dorkmaster · 03-31-2013, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by PeteMoss

Galchenyuk was hurt for pretty well his entire draft year... so hard to say they played on the same line.

I guess. They played together the year before and for a few games the Galchenyuk was healthy for.

PeteMoss · 03-31-2013, 12:09 PM

^^ True... and even games where they didn't play together they'd have been on the same PP unit or put together at key points.

MoneyGuy · 03-31-2013, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by StrykerSteve

I don't have near as much of a hate against the Oilers as most around here do. Though I was born and raised in Calgary and am a lifelong Flames fan, I've lived in Edmonton and enjoyed my time there.

When the Flames went on their run in '04, that city supported the Flames as much as any other. It was awesome driving down the number 2 alongside dozens of other vehicles proudly waving Flames flags, honking and cheering out the windows all the way to Calgary to be a part of the game 6 festivities.

And then in '06, it was a blast being in Edmonton for their Cup run.

That said, I'd have a major issue with them getting another no. 1 pick, especially at the expense of the Flames.

Indeed.

Igster · 03-31-2013, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Ark2

I don't think Sven is ready and Horak probably does not belong in the NHL.

I personally think you're wrong on both counts.

Ark2 · 03-31-2013, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Igster

I personally think you're wrong on both counts.

Fair enough. Would love it if that were the case. Just out of curiosity, do you actually believe that Sven is physically ready for the NHL right now?

Igster · 03-31-2013, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Ark2

Fair enough. Would love it if that were the case. Just out of curiosity, do you actually believe that Sven is physically ready for the NHL right now?

Sven needs to learn how to use his size in the NHL and not against him in the NHL. The only way to do that IMO at this point is to play in the NHL. Now is the time. Flames are not going to make the playoffs, he can make his mistakes and learn now. Same goes for Horak.

dammage79 · 03-31-2013, 01:23 PM

Interesting to note. Only Svens picture is up on the borders of the Flames website. I know there was some discussion as to why there hasnt been any player pics for the last couple of months.

bucksmasher · 03-31-2013, 06:37 PM

yahoo flyers

Table 5 · 03-31-2013, 06:42 PM

Great comeback by the Flyers....another great 3 point game no matter who wins.

JurassicTunga12 · 03-31-2013, 06:43 PM

Flyers win in OT

burn_this_city · 03-31-2013, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by JurassicTunga12

Flyers win in OT

That was an exciting finish.

mrdonkey · 03-31-2013, 06:46 PM

The OOT scoreboard has been very kind to those hoping for a higher draft pick.

Ashasx · 03-31-2013, 06:48 PM

The drive is alive tonight.

VladtheImpaler · 03-31-2013, 06:48 PM

I will be amused when the Flyers sneak into 8th and knock out the Pens. Adding Bouwmeester and Sarich would put them over the top...

keenan87 · 03-31-2013, 06:49 PM

Now, let's have the Sabres beat the Bruins

Table 5 · 03-31-2013, 06:52 PM

Here's hoping all those playoff hopefulls get as many point as they can before Wednesday. The more false hope and hesitation about selling off, the better market for the Flames in trading away their assets.

StrykerSteve · 03-31-2013, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Table 5

Would be great to get another 3 pointer out of the Philly-Washington game. I'd love to see Philly win in OT and convince themselves they aren't out of it.

Hah you called it, nice job