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Flames Fifth Round Gems Revisited

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

Published
June 23, 2026
Duration
1:38
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Last updated
Jun 24, 2026

Discusses hockey.

Summary

The Calgary Flames are betting big on the fifth round of the NHL Draft, where past gems like Willi Plett and Micheal Ferland emerged — and they’re hoping Ethan Wyttenbach, their latest pick, is the next hidden treasure. While recent selections have been mixed, with some falling short of NHL impact, the Flames’ history proves late-round picks can deliver s…

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The Calgary Flames are betting big on the fifth round of the NHL Draft, where past gems like Willi Plett and Micheal Ferland emerged — and they’re hoping Ethan Wyttenbach, their latest pick, is the next hidden treasure. While recent selections have been mixed, with some falling short of NHL impact, the Flames’ history proves late-round picks can deliver serious upside. With Wyttenbach already leading NCAA scoring and a renewed focus on scouting depth, the team is chasing a return to form — and t

Themes

  • hockey