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devo22 · 09-27-2014, 05:22 AM

Additions: 2014 draft selections Mason McDonald, Hunter Smith and Austin Carroll are new to the group, with top prospect Sam Bennett also tipped to return to the OHL for another season

Losses: Emile Poirier, Ryan Culkin and Brett Kulak have graduated from the CHL and are set to start their pro careers in Adirondack, while the Flames have cut ties with Coda Gordon

WESTERN HOCKEY LEAGUE

- F Austin Carroll (Victoria Royals)

The Flames' final selection in 2014 returns to the Royals for his overager season in the Western Hockey League. The big winger will look to further improve his offensive numbers while pestering opponents with his tenacity and physical play.

- D Keegan Kanzig (Victoria Royals)

In contrast to several other prospects, Keegan Kanzig will not have to worry about earning an ELC any more. Having already signed his contract months ago, the huge defenseman can focus on working on the areas in his game that still need improvements. Oh, and of cpurse he'll drop his gloves again this season - if someone dares to challenge him ...

- F Morgan Klimchuk (Regina Pats)

Out of the three Flames 1st round picks in 2013, Klimchuk will be the only one to return to junior hockey for another season. He definitely needs it, in order to get a bit stronger and refine his game even further. Having lost three of their top five scorers from last season, the Pats will be more than relieved to get him back for another season.

- D Eric Roy (Brandon Wheat Kings)

Eric Roy returns to Brandon for his fifth and final year in the Western Hockey League. It's a vital year for Roy, as the Flames have to sign him after this season or lose his rights, so it's time for Roy to convince the Flames that he deserves an ELC. Without him, the Wheat Kings had an explosive start to season, scoring a total of 16 goals in their first 3 games, so Roy should have plenty of opportunity to score points this season.

ONTARIO HOCKEY LEAGUE

- RW Hunter Smith (Oshawa Generals)

The big winger will try to build on his breakout season and the Generals will heavily rely on him to provide both scoring and toughness. The return of Michael dal Colle to Oshawa would definitely help him in terms of offense, but in any case, Smith is set to play heavy minutes this season.

I will also add Bennett if he is sent back, but for now, Smith is the only Flames prospect in the OHL.

QUEBEC MAJOR JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE

- G Mason McDonald (Charlottetown Islanders)

After the graduation of Ryan Culkin and Emile Poirier, the Flames' 2nd round selection from this year's draft is now the only Flames prospect in the QMJHL (and also their only goaltending prospect in the CHL). After playing a total of 29 games last season, McDonald is set to face a much bigger workload this season, so it will be interesting to watch his development.

09-27-2014, 05:22 AM	#1
devo22 Franchise Player Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Austria, NOT Australia Exp:	2014-15 Flames' CHL Prospects, General Discussion Thread Additions: 2014 draft selections Mason McDonald, Hunter Smith and Austin Carroll are new to the group, with top prospect Sam Bennett also tipped to return to the OHL for another season Losses: Emile Poirier, Ryan Culkin and Brett Kulak have graduated from the CHL and are set to start their pro careers in Adirondack, while the Flames have cut ties with Coda Gordon WESTERN HOCKEY LEAGUE - F Austin Carroll (Victoria Royals) The Flames' final selection in 2014 returns to the Royals for his overager season in the Western Hockey League. The big winger will look to further improve his offensive numbers while pestering opponents with his tenacity and physical play. - D Keegan Kanzig (Victoria Royals) In contrast to several other prospects, Keegan Kanzig will not have to worry about earning an ELC any more. Having already signed his contract months ago, the huge defenseman can focus on working on the areas in his game that still need improvements. Oh, and of cpurse he'll drop his gloves again this season - if someone dares to challenge him ... - F Morgan Klimchuk (Regina Pats) Out of the three Flames 1st round picks in 2013, Klimchuk will be the only one to return to junior hockey for another season. He definitely needs it, in order to get a bit stronger and refine his game even further. Having lost three of their top five scorers from last season, the Pats will be more than relieved to get him back for another season. - D Eric Roy (Brandon Wheat Kings) Eric Roy returns to Brandon for his fifth and final year in the Western Hockey League. It's a vital year for Roy, as the Flames have to sign him after this season or lose his rights, so it's time for Roy to convince the Flames that he deserves an ELC. Without him, the Wheat Kings had an explosive start to season, scoring a total of 16 goals in their first 3 games, so Roy should have plenty of opportunity to score points this season. ONTARIO HOCKEY LEAGUE - RW Hunter Smith (Oshawa Generals) The big winger will try to build on his breakout season and the Generals will heavily rely on him to provide both scoring and toughness. The return of Michael dal Colle to Oshawa would definitely help him in terms of offense, but in any case, Smith is set to play heavy minutes this season. I will also add Bennett if he is sent back, but for now, Smith is the only Flames prospect in the OHL. QUEBEC MAJOR JUNIOR HOCKEY LEAGUE - G Mason McDonald (Charlottetown Islanders) After the graduation of Ryan Culkin and Emile Poirier, the Flames' 2nd round selection from this year's draft is now the only Flames prospect in the QMJHL (and also their only goaltending prospect in the CHL). After playing a total of 29 games last season, McDonald is set to face a much bigger workload this season, so it will be interesting to watch his development.