There are two teenagers on the Calgary Flames’ opening roster, although it’s possible only one will be in the lineup for Wednesday’s curtain-raiser against the arch-rival Edmonton Oilers.

With a pair of veteran forwards unavailable due to injury, 19-year-old winger Matvei Gridin is poised to log his NHL debut at Rogers Place.

Zayne Parekh, meanwhile, could be watching from the press box. Based on Monday’s practice pairs, it appears the blue-line blue-chipper will be scratched for Game 1 of the new season.

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“It feels great to make the team,” beamed Gridin, who forced his way onto the roster with three goals — and one filthy shootout snipe — in exhibition action. “I’m proud just that I was able to show my game and how I can play.

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