Tynan Lawrence: Flames' Draft Target

0:00On April 18th, the Calgary Flames are pushing to wrap up their rebuild, and that means nailing their NHL draft pick this summer. They're on a hostry gleely, so expect them around 4-7th overall, not top 3, but still prime real estate for talent. This 18-year-old center from Frederickton, New Brunswick, stands 6 feet tall and weighs 185 pounds, shoots left, and he's. Turning heads as Tyne and Lawrence, he started the year with the Muskegon Lumberjacks in the USHL, then jumped to Boston University after 13 games, playing with top prospects. There, Scouts rave about his smarts on the ice top notch vision, quick decisions, and that a rare hockey sense that sets him apart from flashier kids. They see real top 6 NHL potential, and how he reads plays and supports his line. Last season in the USHL, he lit it up with 25 goals, and 25 assists, over 56 games, nearly a point per night. This year, he grabbed 17 points in his first 10 USHL games, but NCAA play has been tougher, just 7 points in 18 outings.

1:08Still, his compete level and details shine every shift. For the flames, Lawrence fits like a glove at center, where they crave a true number 1 guy down the line. If they land in that 5-9 range, he's low risk, with sky high upside, keeping eye on him as draft buzz builds. Team coverage, powered by AI, this is Calgary Flames News Today.