Realistically, I wouldn't be shocked at all to see Feaster pick Nurse at #6 and pass up on the available forwards. (the most controversial outcome at that pick that I can see), which isn't too extreme.
But I say this because he had specified after the Iggy trade that they were going to build "from the net out", shortly after grabbing Berra and Cundari (G + D). He also mentioned most recently in his interview their perceived need for defensive strength. Just leads me to believe that they'll have a lot of d-men high on their list.
But I hope that the Calgary pick specifically is used on a forward, as unless a d-man is generational, or best in a decade elite, then imo most, if not all top 10 picks should be spent on the best available forwards. Also, I've been sold on Lindholm and Monahan recently, seeing what sort of elite potential both possess and what that could mean for us.
Don't be surprised at all to see 2/3 of the first round picks used on d-men, though.. Just a hunch.
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