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Flames Draft & Trade Outlook

Calgary Flames News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
June 15, 2026
Duration
1:40
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Last updated
Jun 17, 2026

Discusses hockey.

Summary

The Calgary Flames are poised for a major roster shakeup as the NHL draft kicks off next Friday and free agency opens the following Wednesday. With key prospects lost since 2020 but more signings than departures, the team’s future hinges on smart draft picks and potential trades. Keaton Verhoeff, a big-bodied forward with Iginla ties, is a top early draft…

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The Calgary Flames are poised for a major roster shakeup as the NHL draft kicks off next Friday and free agency opens the following Wednesday. With key prospects lost since 2020 but more signings than departures, the team’s future hinges on smart draft picks and potential trades. Keaton Verhoeff, a big-bodied forward with Iginla ties, is a top early draft target, while Zayne Parekh is a defensive lock. Hunter Brzustewicz could make an immediate impact—but only if the Flames can upgrade their def

Themes

  • hockey
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