#4 Calgary Flames
Apr 11, 2014; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman
Kris Russell
(4) celebrates his goal with teammates against the Winnipeg Jets during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports
The Flames are another team in rebuild mode, and as such just need talent. After hitting a home run with Sean Monahan at #6 last season, the Flames move up a couple of spots.
The next couple of top ranked picks are a smooth center and a rugged winger. At this point in time, and with the purely skilled Johnny Gaudreau set to contribute next season, it might be the opportunity to nab the potential power forward.
He needs to add more size to his frame, but the Flames should go with winger/centre Sam Bennett from the Kingston Frontenacs of the OHL.
Bennett had 91 points in just 57 games in Kingston. He also put up over 100 PIMs and could be a nice fit on a potential future top line with Monahan and Gaudreau.