Flames scout Tom Webster retires

[tvp2003]

It was mentioned briefly in the Austin Carroll thread, but I thought it deserved its own.

After 50+ years in the hockey business, the last of which was spent with the Flames as their OHL/Ontario scout, Tom Webster announced his retirement. At the draft, he was asked to announce the final Flames pick, and was given a standing ovation by everyone on the draft floor.

He probably had significant input in our last two first rounders (Monahan and then Bennett) -- nice way to cap off a career. Was also the guy that scouted Giordano which lead to him getting a tryout I believe. CF.com did a nice piece on him:

[starseed]

Thank-you, Tom! Enjoy your retirement!

[pylon]

Every time I see the name Tom on this board now, I immediately think of Tom Erixon.

Did he scout Tom Erixon?

[sureLoss]

rumor out there the Flames have hired Windsor Spitsfire Assistant GM/Head Scout Terry Doran as their new OHL scout.

article that outlines Doran's experience:
http://www.cbc.ca/sports-content/hoc...rry-doran.html

[Da_Chief]

Sounds like a good hire, Windsor has had a lot of good players last few years.

[Freeway]

Windsor scouts are saying it's a done deal.