How should the Calgary Flames set up their defensive pairings in 2023-24?

Things didn’t unfold in an ideal manner for the Calgary Flames during the 2022-23 season. Several players missed time due to injuries. Several players had to deal with changing roles and new expectations. Oliver Kylington missed the whole season de

Published: 1 year ago

Flames still best off to sell despite turning season around

While every team wants to win games, the Calgary Flames’ recent improvement has made things more difficult for general manager Craig Conroy. After the Flames won just two of their first 10 games to start the 2023-24 season, it seemed inevitable th

Published: 9 months ago

Why recalling Matt Coronato is in the Calgary Flames’ best interest

When this season kicked off, it was expected that the Calgary Flames’ first-round pick in 2021, Matt Coronato, would be a mainstay on the Flames roster. He had all the potential to be an impact player for the team as they looked to rebound from the

Published: 9 months ago

Calgary Flames 2023–24 first quarter offensive report cards

The Calgary Flames’ first quarter of the 2023–24 season was a rollercoaster experience. The team started the year about as poorly as possible which led to discussions around a full tear-down rebuild, only for them to turn it around in the second

Published: 9 months ago

What should the Calgary Flames do with Matt Coronato?

The Calgary Flames were in some trouble in early November. The team had won just two of their first 10 outings. Jonathan Huberdeau looked lost. Nazem Kadri couldn’t score. The defensive structure was shaky. And top prospect Matt Coronato had bounce

Published: 9 months ago

NHL Trade Talk This Week: Flames Popular, Oilers Active

The post NHL Trade Talk This Week: Flames Popular, Oilers Active appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. NHL Trade Talk November 29, 2023: Interest in Nikita Zadorov, the Leafs need to fill holes and the Oilers were actively scouting two teams. The post N

Published: 9 months ago

4 Calgary Flames featured on top of The Athletic’s first trade board of the season

The Calgary Flames entered the 2023-24 National Hockey League season with four prominent pending unrestricted free agents on their active roster. As December looms, all four remain pending UFAs and so, they’re getting a bit of attention from teams

Published: 9 months ago

"I'm very fortunate": Flames' Tanev relieved to be okay after blocking shot with his face

Just two days after blocking a shot with his face, Calgary Flames defenceman Chris Tanev was back skating with his team at practice. The 33-year-old has often been regarded as a fearless player, one who is willing to do anything in order for his tea

Published: 9 months ago

Flames warrior Tanev ‘doesn’t feel pain,’ returns after taking puck to face

Asked if the biggest blessing of his latest close call was that what’s left of his variety pack of teeth is still intact, Chris Tanev flashed his famous chiclet. Eric Francis tells us why that matters.

Published: 9 months ago

Calgary Humane Society surprises Flames with puppies after practice

The morale amongst the Calgary Flames after a practice has never been higher this season than it was on Wednesday afternoon. After wrapping up their hour-long practice, the Flames were greeted by several puppies in their dressing room, courtesy of t

Published: 9 months ago

Nikita Zadorov Trade Buzz Intensifies: Multiple Teams in the Mix

The post Nikita Zadorov Trade Buzz Intensifies: Multiple Teams in the Mix appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. As trade buzz regarding Nikita Zadorov intensifies, there are at least five teams rumored to have interest in making a deal with the Flames.

Published: 9 months ago

Flames News & Rumors: Zadorov, Trade Candidates & Oesterle

In this latest edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumors, NHL insider Kevin Weekes provided updates on which teams are currently expressing interest in disgruntled Flames defenseman Nikita Zadorov. In…

Published: 9 months ago

Hectic schedule catches up to the Wranglers a bit: a Calgary Flames prospect update

As of Wednesday morning, the Calgary Wranglers sit second in the American Hockey League’s overall standings – three points back of the Hershey Bears – with a 13-4-1 record. Their overall season has been superb so far, but they laid a bit of an

Published: 9 months ago