RogerRoeper*
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1st of all, those teams (unlike Pittsburgh, Chicago and Boston) don't spend money. 2nd of all, when was the last time those teams picked in the top 2? Atlanta got Heater and Kovalchuk but couldn't put a championship caliber team around him. Same with Columbus and Nash. And Florida hasn't had a high pick in a while.
Using the money issue is an excuse. Pittsbugh was broke but being better helped them increase their budget. Bottom line, getting high picks doesn't guarantee a cup like most claim.
You really think Columbus' problem is simply money? How about Florida? Florida was picked 5-7 years ago as a future cup winner. Their young players like Horton/Boumeester Weiss etc. didn't become the stars they hoped.