Main training camp is now officially underway for the 60+ players that the Calgary Flames have brought in to vie for roster spots. Let's be brutally honest, though: all 60+ players don't have the same chance at said spots. Some jobs are spoken for, and only a precious few are up for grabs.
In the interest of sweet, sweet clarity we present to you our guide to 2016-17's Training Camp Battles (in order of importance).
Three or Four Wing Spots For Nine Guys
The Flames are set up the middle with Sean Monahan, Mikael Backlund, Sam Bennett and Matt Stajan, and given the coaching staff's (and management's) preference for pairings, you can expect centers and wingers to pair off.