The first round of the 2021 NHL Draft will take place on July 23. Following the results of the draft lottery, the Flames hold the 12th overall selection and will have a chance to add a high-end prospect to their organization.
Every year, there seems to be a polished, mature Swedish forward destined to go very early in the first round. This year’s polished, mature Swedish forward is William Eklund.
Scouting report
Eklund is one of the older first-time eligible players in the draft class as an October 2002 birthday, but also one of the most polished and skilled.