I didn’t say that. I was responding to your question asking why MTL deserves it more than your team and ott.
your team hasnt been stuck in mediocrity for the last 20 + years. Its been what, 4-5 years?
Depends what your definition of mediocrity is. People seem to forget that we are going on a decade since Detroit has done anything. Yes, they won the Cup in 2008, which isn't that long ago, but 2008 was still 12 years ago. We haven't won a playoff series since 2013, and haven't watched a single playoff game in 4 years.
I realize that the Wings did have a ton of success, but we are going on a decade here. I've never in my entire life seen the Wings pick in the top 3, and we've dropped back in 4 straight lotteries. This season was laughable on all accounts, Detroit was historically bad, but the light at the end of the tunnel keeps getting further and further away because of a ridiculous lottery system.
I will agree to meet you in the middle, both Detroit and Montreal "deserve" a break in the lottery. Honestly man, if the Habs get Laf, it'll be a pretty cool story. I'd rather him in MTL than PIT/TOR/EDM/CHI, so good luck.