# HOARDERS: Calgary Flames Should TARGET Quality, Not Quantity, in '26 Picks

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Podcast: [Locked On Flames - Daily Podcast On The Calgary Flames](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-flames-daily-podcast-on-the-calgary-flames-256673)
Published: 2026-05-29T17:15:17+00:00
Episode link: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-flames/
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Calgary Flames face a pivotal draft moment: should they keep stockpiling picks or trade up for elite talent? We break down why possessing eight of the first 68 picks might not guarantee future success, and argues the Flames must prioritize quality over quantity to revitalize their prospect pipeline. With the 2026 NHL Entry Draft approaching, does Calgary risk missing franchise-changing players by holding onto lower-tier selections instead of aggressively moving up?

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