Flames Prospects Shine in March Madness

0:00NHL stories, making news on March 17th. The Calgary Flames are deep into prospect evaluation mode, this mid-March, with eyes on their top college talents as the NCAA tournament bracket drops. Soon. Freshman sensation Ethan Wittenbach leads the nation in scoring for Quinnipiac and is a Hobie Baker finalist, while North Dakota duo, Colreshney and others are near locks for a high seed. However, Hoskin and Merimack phase do or die games this weekend, just to snag an invite. Tyson Gross just signed his entry-level deal after a stellar year at Sainte. Cloud State, and as a 23-year-old Calgary native, he's ready to jump straight into pro-action, possibly wearing flames colors before the month ends. Scouts love his playmaking against pros, and fans are buzzing about potential call-ups for Abram Weebie and Jonathan Castagna if their NCAA runs fizzle. Early. Flames organization sees this as prime time to test these kids under pressure. Building a youth core amid the NHL roster shake-up.

1:02Gross's hometown story has everyone excited, and Castagna's fan favorite status from the trade deadline poll shows the hype around new blood. Meanwhile, the A.A.J.'s Calgary Wranglers are scrambling 10th in the Pacific, 10 points out, banking on rookie Matt Vey gridden and newcomer Brennan. Off meant to spark a late surge over four crucial games. In the CHL playoffs, Andrew Basha and the Medicine Hat Tigers are set for a title defense with other flames picks like Jacob Italia locked in for. High stakes action through late March. By next week, we'll know who's chasing hardware and who's turning pro. This DNN story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. Sallie Pillow is a pillow with built-in headphones, lay back, press play, and disappear into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I, SalliePillow.com