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Originally Posted by Max Cow Disease
Reflecting back on the STH session, Feaster mentioned that they don't want to draft a "project" this time around, and would like someone who can help them "yesterday", as far as being NHL-ready is concerned. Does this mean they may be shying away from Lindholm due to his intent to remain in the SEL for at least another year?
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I doubt it. Anyone that they get at #6 in probably at least a year away anyways, unless Barkov some how drops to them.
Hypothetically, if the Flames draft Monahan with their 6th pick I suspect he will be back in juniors next season as well. He still has something to prove at that level and the Flames don't seem to be heading upwards anytime soon (although you just never know) so there is no point in rushing him.
When Feaster says he isn't looking for a project I suspect he means that they aren't looking to draft another Jankowski, who is highly thought of by some but all agree he is probably 4 or 5 years away.
Someone who is 1 or 2 years away isn't a project.