SAN JOSE, CA - NOVEMBER 28: Dennis Wideman #6 of the Calgary Flames skates with control of the puck against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center on November 28, 2015 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Rocky W. Widner/NHL/Getty Images)
As the Flames reemerge from their rebuilding years, a lot has been made about their defensive corps. The team has three of the best locked up long term, and considerable depth in both the NHL and the AHL. The Flames built around their blueline, and are going to reap the benefits for some time.