‘Although the rebuilding phase may take some time, it can eventually pay big dividends. Inevitably the team will get worse before it gets better. Fans who stick with this young team through its growing pains should eventually see it begin to improve beyond its current status. The current makeup of the team is a better alternative than mediocrity and stagnant veteran players. Meanwhile, in the remainder of this season, AHL players such as Kevin Porter and Mark Pysyk can get valuable NHL experience.’