The late 2000s (and beginning of the 2010s) was as time of improved drafting and asset management, as the Calgary Flames drafted useful players, made smart development decisions, and generally made smart trades when they became available.
They also drafted Greg Nemisz, who didn't turn out to be much, and following the ouster of Darryl Sutter, kicked off their next period of drafting by trading down to select a tall kid from a Quebec prep school.
2007: Mikael Backlund (24th Overall)
- This was originally Atlanta's pick, traded to the Blues for Keith Tkachuk. St. Louis traded up to 18th overall, sending the Flames this pick and the 70th pick in exchange.