Rate the Flames 2015 Draft

[corporatejay]

Getting Hamilton allowed them to draft Kylington. Having an established stud defenseman allowed them to take a bigger gamble with their draft picks.

[Imported_Aussie]

I gave it A-, the only thing holding this draft back is that it didn't do anything to address the weakness on RW within the prospect pool. This is not a huge deal, just means we will likely see centre depth converted to RW over time.
Now this team has 2 long term NHL D in Brodie and Hamilton, with guys like Giordano, Wideman and Russell here until guys like Hickey, Andersson and Kylington (and others) can start pressing for spaces.
Looking to 2016 - with a lot of holes plugged in the depth chart, this team can keep its picks an go for BPA or make trades for young guys to add to the existing core

[Commandant]

Flames earn High marks from LWOS

http://lastwordonsports.com/2015/06/...-draft-grades/

[cam_wmh]

Originally Posted by cam_wmh

I'm reserving my grade until Hamiltons's contract is announced.

Quoting myself.

With Hamilton's 6 year extension ($5.75 mil AAV), I absolutely rate this draft an A.

[polak]

20/10