Calgary Flames

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Calgary Flames Make a Bold Move in the NHL Draft: Selecting Zayne Parekh Ninth Overall

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Exciting news from the Calgary Flames as they add a high-scoring defenseman to their roster!

The Calgary Flames recently made a significant move in the NHL Draft by selecting defenseman Zayne Parekh with the ninth overall pick. Parekh, a standout 6-foot blueliner from the Saginaw Spirit, showcased his skills by scoring an impressive 33 goals and 96 points in 66 games during the previous season. This strategic pick adds depth and talent to the Flames' lineup, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.

Fans and analysts alike are buzzing with anticipation as the Flames gear up with nine picks over the next two days in the draft. General manager Craig Conroy is at the helm, overseeing the team's selections and shaping the future of the franchise. With the addition of Parekh and a promising draft lineup, Calgary Flames supporters have high hopes for a successful season.

In a move that caught the attention of hockey enthusiasts, the Flames made a double dream come true by selecting Zayne Parekh in the 2024 NHL Draft. Parekh's exceptional skills and track record of success make him a valuable asset to the team, offering a bright prospect for the Flames' defensive core. The buzz around Parekh's selection highlights the excitement and anticipation surrounding the Flames' upcoming season.

As the Flames prepare for the NHL season with new talent in their lineup, all eyes are on Zayne Parekh as he joins the team as the ninth overall pick. With a stellar performance in the Memorial Cup and a standout record in the CHL, Parekh's arrival adds a layer of excitement and potential to the Flames' defensive strategy. Calgary fans eagerly await the upcoming season to see how Parekh and the rest of the team will fare on the ice.

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Flames select high-scoring defenceman Zayne Parekh ninth overall (Sportsnet.ca)

The Calgary Flames added another piece to their rebuild by selecting defenceman Zayne Parekh with the ninth-overall pick.

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Calgary Flames draft day: the 2024 NHL Draft, Round 1 (5pm MT, SN) (Flames Nation)

Here's what you need to know for Round 1! Calgary's picks. The Flames have nine picks over the next two days as general manager Craig Conroy oversees his second ...

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Flames select Parekh with ninth overall pick in 2024 NHL Draft (TSN)

The 6-foot blueliner won a Memorial Cup with the Saginaw Spirit, scoring 33 goals and 96 points in 66 games this season.

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'A double dream': Could draft prospect Justin Poirier join his brother ... (Calgary Herald)

After filling nets in the QMJHL, even earning a mention alongside a superstar name, Justin Poirier aims to join his brother in pro hockey.

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The Calgary Flames Pick Zayne Parekh No.9 | NHL 2024 Draft ... (FloHockey)

The Calgary Flames selected Zayne Parekh in the first round of the NHL Draft 2024 at The Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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8 Players the Calgary Flames could target with their second first ... (Flame for Thought)

The Calgary Flames have two first rounders in the 2024 NHL Draft, and there's plenty of intriguing players for them to take at No. 28 overall.

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Calgary Flames select Zayne Parekh in the 2024 NHL Draft (Flame for Thought)

There were names such as Zeev Buium, Anton Silayev, Sam Dickinson and others still available, but Craig Conroy officially announced the pick as Saginaw Spirit ...

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Flames take Zayne Parekh with ninth overall pick in NHL Draft (Calgary Herald)

Parekh led CHL defencemen with 33 goals, while adding 63 assists in 66 games last season, and won the Memorial Cup with the Saginaw Spirit.

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Calgary Flames Select Defenceman Zayne Parekh at Ninth Overall (Calgary Hockey Now)

The Calgary Flames had high hockey IQ defenceman Zayne Parekh fall to them on Saturday evening at the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.

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'It's anybody's guess': Flames set to pick ninth in unpredictable 2024 ... (CTV Toronto)

The Calgary Flames hold the ninth overall pick in the 2024 National Hockey League (NHL) Draft, in a year where there is not much consensus about where the ...

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Flames select Matvei Gridin at No. 28 overall in NHL Draft (Calgary Herald)

The skinny on Matvei Gridin, the latest addition to the Calgary Flames' forward pipeline.

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Flames draft LW Gridin with 28th overall pick (TSN)

The Calgary Flames have selected winger Matvei Gridin with the 28th pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

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Meet Zayne Parekh, the Flames' top pick in 2024 NHL Draft (Calgary Herald)

Zayne Parekh is smart, and that's not just an on-ice description. The Flames' defence prospect graduated from high school at age 16.

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Calgary Flames select Matvei Gridin at 28th overall in 2024 NHL Draft (Flames Nation)

At 28th overall, the Flames have selected Russian winger Matvei Gridin from the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the United States Hockey League. A product of Kurgan, ...

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Calgary Flames select Zayne Parekh at ninth overall in 2024 NHL ... (Flames Nation)

A right shot blueliner, Parekh had a stupendous 2023-24 campaign. He's listed at 6'0″ and 179 pounds, and he was the highest-scoring blueliner in the OHL in ...

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Calgary Flames select Matvei Gridin at No. 28 overall in the first ... (The Michigan Daily)

Michigan hockey commit Matvei Gridin was selected with the No. 28 overall pick in the NHL Draft, the Wolverines' second of the first round.

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Zayne Parekh Drafted By Calgary Flames At No. 9 | NHL Draft ... (FloHockey)

Zayne Parekh was taken No. 9 by the Calgary Flames in the 2024 NHL Draft. Here's why.

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Calgary Flames NHL Draft guide: Grades, fits and analysis (The Athletic)

Analysis: Parekh is an extremely talented offensive defenseman who was the best defenseman in the OHL this season. He has a ton of skill and hockey sense. When ...

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Meet Matvei Gridin, the Flames' pick at No. 28 in the NHL Draft (Calgary Herald)

USHL scoring champion Gridin was something of a surprise pick by the Flames, who couldn't be happier with their late first-round selection.

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