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Flames at the 2017 World Juniors: A very early look

The Calgary Flames had a pretty successful draft last month, adding nine new members of the organization. One of the big litmus tests for a prospect base (or draft class) is the level of representation at the annual World Junior Championship: the annual showcase of under-20 ice hockey players.

How many Flames could be represented at the Christmastime tournament in Montreal and Toronto? Let's take a look, including roster outlooks from the fabled Magic 8-Ball. (Disclaimer: this year's event is restricted to players born in 1997 or later.)

MATTHEW TKACHUK (USA)

Tkachuk spent two seasons with the U.