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Calgary4LIfe · 06-03-2021, 02:25 PM

I am ok if the Flames draft Wallstedt. If a goalie is the best available pick at 12, then pick him, period. I believe that the Flames are a very good drafting team now, and if Wallstedt is picked, I won't bat an eye. The more you read about him, the more you actually hope he gets selected.

I even say this as being more positive about the current goaltending prospects on the Flames.

Parsons - I see him as the 'real deal, big game goalie'. He has shown it in the Memorial Cup, The World Juniors, and especially in the playoffs in his draft +1 year. If the game is a big game, he is likely to be the best player on the ice for both teams. I feel confident in saying that it is really difficult to find a goalie prospect like him. However, as we all know, his progression has been derailed so far with his injuries and personal issues. Will he get back on track? I hope so, and for as long as he is Flames' property, I will refuse to give up on him. I do think that he gets re-signed for this season, and it may just be his last unless it turns around for him.

Wolf - really strong goalie too. People doubt his size, but I don't. The only doubt I have is that he plays in front of a really strong defensive team. However, maybe this is actually a bit of a strength? NHL teams don't give up as much as junior teams of course, so perhaps playing behind a really good defensive team has actually been better for his development, and he is becoming more 'pro ready' than we realize. I am eager to see him at the next level. Just like Parsons (who I really love), who knows what can happen at the next level.

People forget about the 'other guys' too.

Zagidullin - I have no idea how good he is or not. Doesn't seem like it to me, but he is the most nhl-ready (closest at any case). I just don't see him as a starter. Maybe I am wrong.

Chechelev - wasn't thought of enough in his draft year to get picked, in his second year Calgary noticed him and liked him enough to spend a pick on him, and then he goes on to be incredible for a while. He came back down to Earth a little bit, but still showed himself to be a goalie that is tracking fairly well. Definitely an organizational asset here, but not someone that you can definitively count on either.

So, I am ok with taking Wallstedt. I doubt he will be available at 12. He is tracking as elite right now. I am 100% fine at drafting anyone at any position that can become an elite-talent at the NHL level. If it is a goalie, well, maybe that's perhaps the most important spot anyway.

I doubt it happens, but I do trust the Flames as a strong drafting team now. I will be excited probably regardless of who they draft, but this does include selecting a goalie.

06-03-2021, 02:25 PM	#820
Calgary4LIfe Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2010 Exp:	I am ok if the Flames draft Wallstedt. If a goalie is the best available pick at 12, then pick him, period. I believe that the Flames are a very good drafting team now, and if Wallstedt is picked, I won't bat an eye. The more you read about him, the more you actually hope he gets selected. I even say this as being more positive about the current goaltending prospects on the Flames. Parsons - I see him as the 'real deal, big game goalie'. He has shown it in the Memorial Cup, The World Juniors, and especially in the playoffs in his draft +1 year. If the game is a big game, he is likely to be the best player on the ice for both teams. I feel confident in saying that it is really difficult to find a goalie prospect like him. However, as we all know, his progression has been derailed so far with his injuries and personal issues. Will he get back on track? I hope so, and for as long as he is Flames' property, I will refuse to give up on him. I do think that he gets re-signed for this season, and it may just be his last unless it turns around for him. Wolf - really strong goalie too. People doubt his size, but I don't. The only doubt I have is that he plays in front of a really strong defensive team. However, maybe this is actually a bit of a strength? NHL teams don't give up as much as junior teams of course, so perhaps playing behind a really good defensive team has actually been better for his development, and he is becoming more 'pro ready' than we realize. I am eager to see him at the next level. Just like Parsons (who I really love), who knows what can happen at the next level. People forget about the 'other guys' too. Zagidullin - I have no idea how good he is or not. Doesn't seem like it to me, but he is the most nhl-ready (closest at any case). I just don't see him as a starter. Maybe I am wrong. Chechelev - wasn't thought of enough in his draft year to get picked, in his second year Calgary noticed him and liked him enough to spend a pick on him, and then he goes on to be incredible for a while. He came back down to Earth a little bit, but still showed himself to be a goalie that is tracking fairly well. Definitely an organizational asset here, but not someone that you can definitively count on either. So, I am ok with taking Wallstedt. I doubt he will be available at 12. He is tracking as elite right now. I am 100% fine at drafting anyone at any position that can become an elite-talent at the NHL level. If it is a goalie, well, maybe that's perhaps the most important spot anyway. I doubt it happens, but I do trust the Flames as a strong drafting team now. I will be excited probably regardless of who they draft, but this does include selecting a goalie.