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Originally Posted by Calgary Highlander
Given that Coleman is likely to return a 1st round pick, would fans rather get the 1st rounder this year or next year (given the Flames already have multiple 1sts in both drafts?)
I like the earlier return of a 2026 pick, but there's always the fun factor of a late 1st becoming a much earlier 1st when a contender falls flat on their face the next season (see Toronto Maple Leafs).
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This is a bit of a tough call. This years draft is average but i find a draft is predominantly settled on what happens in the top twenty and more so the top five.
I personally like a lot if the guys well into the second round with a bunch of intriguing project guys into the third.
Next years draft looks like it may be a gooder but again i see it based more on whats at the top but seems to be some hype on it. Myself i would try and get one first next year and the rest this year whatever the round.
Use the excess of picks to target the guys you really like this year. It gives them extra time before the new building opens to develop to generate excitement.
Or you could target a guy whos falling like Roobroek lets say and then if he busts it isn’t devastating. If those trades arent there make the picks and see if you have another gem.
My two cents obviously.
Conversely if you nab lots of prospects they might also be used to target a center.