It’s draft weekend, friends! The 2021 NHL Draft is finally upon us, with the first round running Friday night starting at 6 p.m. MT! The Calgary Flames draft 13th overall in the first round and are poised to get a pretty good young hockey player.
Here’s a breakdown of who the Flames might select on Friday night.
Prospective picks at a glance
| Player | 2020-21 Primary Team | Shot | CSS Ranking |
| LW Nikita Chibrikov | SKA-1946 St. Petersburg (VHL) | L | 4th European skater |
Handicapping the contenders
The Flames select 13th overall.