Calgary's Contract Paradox: One Albatross, One Bargain

The Flames are living in two different financial universes right now - carrying one of the league's most regrettable contracts while simultaneously sitting on one of its best steals. This kind of cap management schizophrenia is exactly what separates contenders from pretenders, and Calgary's front office is banking on the good deal outweighing the bad one. Understanding how they got here, and whether they can actually make it work, tells you everything about where this franchise is headed.