# Flames Draft & Trade Outlook

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Podcast: [Calgary Flames News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calgary-flames-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7528853)
Published: 2026-06-15T16:19:18+00:00
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## Resource

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 defense enough to move him down a pairing. Teams aren’t trading top picks, and Calgary plans to consolidate second-rounders to avoid developmental overload. Scouts grapple with adapting European prospects to North American play, but a few young forwards could be regulars by 2027. Major moves like trading Shane Wright or Blake Coleman? Likely closer to free agency. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2d8dd312ef319896

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