The National Hockey League’s Central Scouting Service released their final rankings for the upcoming 2022 NHL Draft earlier this week, typically a good barometer for where prospects will be selected at the annual entry draft. While the Calgary Flames don’t have a first-rounder this year, the Central Scouting rankings can give a glimpse into what player the Flames might nab in the second round.
The Flames won’t select until near the end of the second round, likely somewhere between 57th and 64th overall depending on playoff performance. If we assume between eight and 10 European prospects will be selected before the Flames pick, here are a handful of players that could be available when they do.