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Flames Draft Dilemma: Top Defenders or Trade?
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- May 11, 2026
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- 90
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Summary
The Calgary Flames, after missing out on the top five picks in the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery, secured the sixth overall pick. General manager Craig Conroy anticipates a robust top six and will select the first player not chosen by the top five. Fans are eagerly discussing potential targets, with left-shot defenders Alberts Smits and Carson Carels, and right-shot forward Viggo Bjorck leading the list. Trade rumors swirl around moving Blake Coleman for draft capital or jumping spots with San Jose. The Flames roster is crowded with middle-six forwards, making trades likely to clear space. Draft capital is abundant, but the focus is on defenders rather than number one centers. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e71f53ad1ea0ea45