Two Hughes brothers loom over Vancouver as Las Vegas buzzes with trade chatter. Jack Hughes publically voiced interest in someday playing with Quinn, sparking fuel for Canucks–vs–Devils speculations and a potential blockbuster package that could bring both Hughes siblings to one roster.

Meanwhile, Bedard’s future in Chicago, Wolf’s seven-year Calgary extension, and Crosby/Ovechkin loyalty frame a weekend of big moves and big ideas about where stars finish their careers and where teams might chase a playoff bid next season.

Connor McDavid leads the draft as the safe cornerstone for 10-team rosters, with Nathan MacKinnon a close second thanks to elite volume and a high ceiling. Leon Draisaitl and Calgary’s Connor Zary surface as high-upside early picks, while McKenzie Weegar and Dustin Wolf anchor Calgary’s back end with strong peripheral upside. The show emphasizes balancing wings, blue-line anchors like Sanderson, and the value of dual-eligibility forwards like Boldy and Keller, plus a keeper eye on standout goalies.

Beyond the top tier, Reinhardt, Keller, Point, Robertson and Crosby appear as key secondary targets, with Kadri and Couture offering mid-round floor in central roles. The mock underscores that in a 10-team format, early wing depth, defenseman reach and goalie insurance shape rosters. Expect lots of camp chatter and ADP shifts as drafts heat up.

The Calgary Flames are navigating a tumultuous offseason, hoping to shake off last season's disappointment of missing the playoffs despite a solid performance. The team finished with 96 points but failed to secure a playoff spot, leading to discussions around their core players and future direction. Rasmus Andersson's potential trade looms as a significant topic, as fans express urgency for a resolution ahead of the new season to avoid distractions. The Flames' management has faced criticism for a lack of impactful moves in a weak free agency period, which has left the team in a state of perpetual mediocrity.

Dustin Wolf emerges as a bright spot for the Flames, showing promise as a young goaltending talent. After a strong season, finishing second in Calder Trophy voting and posting impressive stats, Wolf's development will be crucial for Calgary's aspiration to return to playoff contention. Discussions around integrating young players like Zayne Parekh into the lineup reflect a dual focus on rebuilding while aiming for immediate success. The Flames must balance roster changes with the urgency of improving their competitiveness in a challenging Pacific Division.

The Calgary Flames are in a tight race for a playoff spot, showing incredible resilience and determination as they approach the end of the regular season. Expected to be a bottom-tier team, they've fought to remain competitive, driven by a blend of spite and determination to prove doubters wrong. Rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf has been pivotal, likely securing a finalist spot for the Calder Trophy, vital in keeping the Flames in contention.

While stars like Nazem Kadri and Jonathan Huberdeau get attention, players like Connor Zary and Matt Coronato have also emerged as key contributors. The Flames must avoid complacency as they prepare for the final stretch of the season, and whether or not they reach the playoffs, their season has already surpassed expectations. The focus now shifts to offseason strategies to ensure continued progress.