The rumours are flying right now about three players' futures: Nazem Kadri, the Texan Blake Coleman, and, last but not least, Rasmus Andersson. I believe that if these three stay on the roster, the Flames will be a mid-tier team that just misses the playoffs.
If the Flames don't rebuild, would it be detrimental to the team's future? The short answer is yes, but let me issue a warning: You cannot allow a dressing room to accept losing. If the Flames go this route, they have to make sure the return is positive for today and the future of the Flames. They have to make sure the players who remain do not have a negative attitude toward the club's future. The club should ask Kadri and Coleman their thoughts on whether they want to leave or stay and be part of the solution to the Flames' future.
So why would other teams be interested in the three players?
Nazem Kadri
Kadri is a clutch forward who is capable of scoring twenty to thirty goals a season. When you need a player to kick a team in the butt, Kadri will give them two kicks. He is the perfect second-line centre. The ideal pest to get into the opposition's head.
Rasmus Andersson
Rasmus is having a career year. The veteran defender can be a dangerous spark plug to a powerplay. He has an underrated slapshot that is deadly accurate. His vision is extraordinary, and his ability to make that extra pass will be an asset to any powerplay.
Blake Coleman
Blake is a perfect garbage man. Meaning he gets his nose dirty to get that goal. He will go the extra mile to get the puck out of the zone. He has a terrific wrister among the best. He is also working on a 20- to 30-goal season.
Final word
It is awesome to see the captain fly around and put the puck in the net. Backlund is on a roll. It is great to see. Backlund has been the perfect soldier. If there is a player who deserves a cup, it's Backlund. I love the player; he is the true meaning of being a Flame.
Randy
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