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Robo · 03-30-2016, 11:21 PM

I picked klimchuck because I don't want to jinx the other three.... sorry morgan

darthma · 03-30-2016, 11:22 PM

I voted Klimchuk too... because I felt bad for him. I mean, at this point its as good a reason as the others.

MrMastodonFarm · 03-31-2016, 09:15 AM

Might seem a bit odd since we lost 8-3 last night but I thought overall Poirier had a strong game. Emilie was strong on the backcheck against the Ducks, good positioning, smart awareness in his own end. Had a couple good rushes and drew a penalty, a play and could have had two infractions. Maybe his offence doesn't transfer to the pro game as much, but having another Frolik won't hurt this team.

Imported_Aussie · 03-31-2016, 09:23 AM

I went Jankowski. I feel his combination of size and smarts is hard to find, and even if he tops out as a 3rd line C on this team, would fill a need that all contenders have - depth up the middle and guys who play both sides of the puck.
Shinkaruk could be a 20G scoring LW on the second line, or he could be a tweener. Boom/Bust
Poirier could be a complimentary piece on a top 6 unit, a checker, or not ever stick. Needs to boost his development
Klimchuk is stalling - I always saw him as one of the most likely to make it, kind of a Frolik kind of player who can play in many situations and compliment good players. But he looks to be stalling too.

Bingo · 03-31-2016, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by MrMastodonFarm

Might seem a bit odd since we lost 8-3 last night but I thought overall Poirier had a strong game. Emilie was strong on the backcheck against the Ducks, good positioning, smart awareness in his own end. Had a couple good rushes and drew a penalty, a play and could have had two infractions. Maybe his offence doesn't transfer to the pro game as much, but having another Frolik won't hurt this team.

Pretty much my take too

Add in the fact that the Ducks were pissed at him on a couple of occasions and I think he got more done than Shinkaruk last night.

Flames_F.T.W · 03-31-2016, 09:45 AM

I went with Janko because I can see him becoming a nice role player on the 3rd line. Size, skill, defensive acumen and solid faceoff abilities. I think he has a pretty decent floor, maybe a slightly better Colbourne.

I think Shinkaruk eventually moves on in a package for another player.

Haven't been impressed with Poirier. Lack of points doesn't bother me, but haven't really noticed him much, which is disappointing for a guy with his speed.

As for Klimchuk, I always thought that if the stars aligned he might have a career similar to Lee Stempniak. However he can't stay healthy and build any momentum/confidence. Unless that changes soon, I don't think he catches on in this organization.

dissentowner · 03-31-2016, 09:56 AM

Voted for Jankowski. Has some serious upside imo yet. I also think Shinkaruk is going to be a top 6 player. Poirier has really not impressed me much, I see a 3rd line player at best there. Klimchuk looks like a bust to me. Not because of his skill set but he seems to be made of glass and is injured a lot and that is not even facing NHL guys.

Enoch Root · 03-31-2016, 10:06 AM

I think it's awesome that, despite having Monahan, Gaudreau and Bennett already leading the way on the big club, that we still have 4 21 year old, first round draft picks on the farm that we can debate the merits of.

polak · 03-31-2016, 10:13 AM

Went with Shinkaruk. He's the most productive out of all of them both in the A and so far in the NHL. No Brainer.

cannon7 · 03-31-2016, 10:14 AM

I think Jankowski is a lot closer to the NHL than some here. I think he could establish himself as an NHL regular next season. Shinkaruk looks good as well, albeit still a little raw. Poirier's development appears to have taken a tangent, not sure what is going on there, is he being developed into more of a PK specialist type? Klimchuk's development has been very slow, certainly expectations were higher for his first pro season, but I think the Flames are gonna have to be real patient with him.

FlamesAddiction · 03-31-2016, 10:15 AM

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Speaking Klimchuk, I know he's a first year pro but I don't remember the last time we had a first round pick struggle so much offensively in his first year. Austin Carroll and Hunter Smith have about the same amount of points and they're not the same calibre prospect.

Any reason why his point totals are so low??

IMO, Klimchuk was being overrated from the get-go due to being part of the return in the Iginla trade and being a local prospect. I think he makes it, but as a 4th liner.

For the poll, I wanted to say Poirier, but went with Shinkaruk. The key being "best career as a Flame". Being a home town guy, it never hurts when it comes to keeping a player around longer.

IgiTang · 03-31-2016, 10:19 AM

Klimchuk has been playing catch-up with his development due to some injury issues. I think we see his game improve next season.

Poirier's issues appear to be more about timing, positioning and familiarity of linemates. All can be ironed out, and if the are, watch out. His game reminds me of a young and raw talented Patrick Marleau.

Janko, his skill in college was slick, sure lots of room to develop but he has the tools and the toolbox. I see him being an NHL'er. Likeness reminds me of a better skating, more skilled Joe Colborne.

Shinkaruk is ready. With a Flames camp under his belt, if he can transition to RW, he could be a stud. If he stays LW, I think he can play with either Bennett or Backlund.

Right now, I see Shinkaruk having the better career of the 4. But I think all 4 of them could be full time NHL'ers if their progression goes smooth.

Vinny01 · 03-31-2016, 10:27 AM

If all 4 become NHLers with the Flames and a couple are able to be capable top 6 this team is going to be deadly in 2-4 years

polak · 03-31-2016, 11:12 AM

Shinkaruk for Calder 2017

Fire · 03-31-2016, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by cannon7

I think Jankowski is a lot closer to the NHL than some here. I think he could establish himself as an NHL regular next season. Shinkaruk looks good as well, albeit still a little raw. Poirier's development appears to have taken a tangent, not sure what is going on there, is he being developed into more of a PK specialist type? Klimchuk's development has been very slow, certainly expectations were higher for his first pro season, but I think the Flames are gonna have to be real patient with him.

The way Treliving was talking about Jankowski in his Fan960 interview, he makes it sound like he had a lot of developing to do before he makes it to the NHL as a regular. Maybe he was trying to temper fan reactions, but I would be surprised to see Jankowski play more than 10 games with the Flames next season and he would probably only get that many games if the Flames fall out of the playoff race.

MrMastodonFarm · 03-31-2016, 11:16 AM

Love that little foot shuffle Shinkaruk did for his first assist the other night.
https://www.nhl.com/video/brodies-pp...876/c-43043503
Really see it at the :38 second mark. Just turns his feet making himself sideways and opening up all kinds of passing lanes, then hooks the pass. It's a smart play. Apparently does it often.

Reminded me of Drury a little when I first watched it.

Mass_nerder · 03-31-2016, 11:26 AM

Shinkaruk.
Thought he might end up being more productive than Jankowski, although I like both.
The sheen has worn off Poirier and Klimchuk for me. I don't have a lot of hope for either of them at this point (not based on actual observation, though, just from lack of media fanfare).

Flames Draft Watcher · 03-31-2016, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cannon7

I think Jankowski is a lot closer to the NHL than some here. I think he could establish himself as an NHL regular next season. Shinkaruk looks good as well, albeit still a little raw. Poirier's development appears to have taken a tangent, not sure what is going on there, is he being developed into more of a PK specialist type? Klimchuk's development has been very slow, certainly expectations were higher for his first pro season, but I think the Flames are gonna have to be real patient with him.

I think Jankowski needs at least a year in the minors, maybe more. Given his lack of pro experience and the position he plays I can't see him making the team next fall in any scenario unless Backlund, Monahan or Bennett is injured. He still needs to fill out, still needs to learn the pro game. Patience young grasshopper.

Mass_nerder · 03-31-2016, 11:52 AM

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I think Jankowski needs at least a year in the minors, maybe more. Given his lack of pro experience and the position he plays I can't see him making the team next fall in any scenario unless Backlund, Monahan or Bennett is injured. He still needs to fill out, still needs to learn the pro game. Patience young grasshopper.

He really just needs to get some experience riding the bus.

flamesfan55 · 03-31-2016, 12:54 PM

I went Hunter strictly based on the fact that he is a winger. I don't know if Jankowski will get the ice time based on the fact he is a center.