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Enoch Root · 08-16-2016, 08:23 AM

I don't think it's an issue of how many defensemen and prospects the Flames have, Kanzig is targeted for one particular role - the role currently occupied by Engelland.

He has the tools required for that role, and if he can develop his skating and puck moving to the point where they wouldn't be a liability at the NHL level, he'll get his chance, regardless of how many other (better) prospects the Flames have.

Is he a long shot? Absolutely. And it isn't going to happen in the next year or two.

But look at other 6'6" defensive prospects in the past (guys like Breen). They are given years to develop - and they take years. And most of them don't make it.

But if he does pan out one day, it's totally worth the investment. And yes, there is a chance of that happening.

08-16-2016, 08:23 AM	#11
Enoch Root Franchise Player Join Date: May 2012 Exp:	I don't think it's an issue of how many defensemen and prospects the Flames have, Kanzig is targeted for one particular role - the role currently occupied by Engelland. He has the tools required for that role, and if he can develop his skating and puck moving to the point where they wouldn't be a liability at the NHL level, he'll get his chance, regardless of how many other (better) prospects the Flames have. Is he a long shot? Absolutely. And it isn't going to happen in the next year or two. But look at other 6'6" defensive prospects in the past (guys like Breen). They are given years to develop - and they take years. And most of them don't make it. But if he does pan out one day, it's totally worth the investment. And yes, there is a chance of that happening.