NHL odds, betting preview (Nov. 23): Wild vs. Flames predictions

After their convincing 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers, the Calgary Flames are now 8-3-0 on home ice, and will look to build on that mark Saturday in a tough matchup versus one of the league’s best road teams, the Minnesota Wild. The Wild hol

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Flames reports cards: grading each defenceman and goalie through November

Yesterday we gave out letter grades for each Flames forward for their performance during the month of November. Today we move on to the defencemen and goaltenders. Let’s dive in! MacKenzie Weegar: A 15GP – 0G – 8A – 8P MacKenzie Weegar really

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Breaking down the Calgary Flames Career Square

The votes have been tallied, and the players have been picked. Now it’s time to dig into the results and take a trip down memory lane of the good, bad and ugly of Calgary Flames careers. As a refresher, over the past couple of weeks, we asked you t

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GAMEDAY: Flames to honour Gaudreaus before matchup with Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets (11-9-3) at Calgary Flames (12-9-4) When: Tuesday, 7 p.m. MT, Scotiabank Saddledome TV: Sportsnet West. Radio: Sportsnet 960 The Fan Odds: Blue Jackets +108, Flames -130 The buzz This will be an emotional and memorable night

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'A humble superstar': Johnny Gaudreau to be honoured tonight as Flames take on Blue Jackets

A ceremonial puck drop and video montage will air before the game to honour the former Flame’s legacy, who spent nine seasons with the team. The tribute marks the first home game between the Flames and the Blue Jackets since the Gaudreau brothers

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The Calgary Flames’ offence has completely dried up

A lot things have gone wrong for the Calgary Flames as of late, but there’s always been one recurring issue this season: the team’s offensive numbers have been mediocre. Of course that problem can be attributed to a lack of elite talent, but for

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Jeff Marek thinks the Maple Leafs will make a pitch for Nazem Kadri this season

If there’s one thing seemingly every strong hockey team has, it’s depth up the middle. In the case of the Toronto Maple Leafs, they’re a team that has designs on making a push for a Stanley Cup… but they would probably prefer to have a bit mo

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Calder Trophy Rankings: Return of the Mack

If the first two months of the campaign are any indicator, we're in for a real treat with the Calder Trophy race this season.The players on this list have so far separated themselves as the top five rookies in the class, and any one of them is just a

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Johnny Gaudreau to be honoured tonight as Flames take on Blue Jackets

A ceremonial puck drop and video montage will air before the game to honour the former Flame’s legacy, who spent nine seasons with the team. The tribute marks the first home game between the Flames and the Blue Jackets since the Gaudreau brothers

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Yet Another Insider Links Kadri to Maple Leafs in Future Trade

The post Yet Another Insider Links Kadri to Maple Leafs in Future Trade appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Another insider is linking Nazem Kadri to the Toronto Maple Leafs in a trade with the Calgary Flames. Why does this rumor have legs? The post Ye

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Insider Says Flames Almost Sent Summer Offer Sheets to Two Oilers

The post Insider Says Flames Almost Sent Summer Offer Sheets to Two Oilers appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. According to insider Jeff Marek, the Calgary Flames were close to doing what St. Louis did and tendering an offer sheet to two former Oilers.

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Flames practice on Monday featured Guy Gaudreau and new forward lines

The Calgary Flames had a road trip they’d rather forget last week, dropping all four games of an eastern road swing. They’re undoubtedly hoping to change their fortunes this week as they embark upon a stretch of seven of their next nine games on

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NHL Trade Talk Prediction: Clock Ticking on Kuzmenko’s NHL Career

The post NHL Trade Talk Prediction: Clock Ticking on Kuzmenko’s NHL Career appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Andrei Kuzmenko is struggling with the Calgary Flames. Why could Kuzmenko head back to Russia after his season ends? The post NHL Trade Ta

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