Buckle up, fans, the Calgary Flames are about to be tested with the big boys. The offence has been successful, and here is a novel idea: defence, stop making bonehead mistakes. The forwards have to commit to helping in their own zone. Too many times this season, the Flames have gone into a game just to add onto their stats. The old saying holds: defence will win cups.
The offence is in high gear, yet the Flames are linked to every forward in the League, from the Devils' Marcus Johansson to Wade Simmons from Philly. Add the Rangers' too many players to be mentioned. The Flames have made it known they are open for business. Their main priority is bringing in a vet to help in their own zone and add the odd offensive goal. Their next priority is bringing in a number four or five dman to help with the kids. There is little hope in bringing in a goalie under contract. But the problem with trying to trade Smith is that they cannot find a team willing to take that contract on. Peters has told the media over and over that the Flames can improve. They must improve in playing a full 60 minutes. They must improve their defences lapses. They have to bring in the mentality of a winner.
There are still a few options on the farm. Curtis Lazar has shown fantastic leadership. He feels he is ready and has shown the characteristics of a team player. He has put off theme mentality and replaced it with team mentality. The Flames would love to add some depth to the farm. They may be willing to take a chance on Hosang. The Flames have mentioned their number one pick is in play. The prospects Dillon Dube and Spencer Foo could be trade bait. How far they will go is anyone's guess, but they feel they can take up the torch. Or should I say, Lord Stanley's Cup?
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