Three takeaways: Red-hot Flames down Wild to wrap-up perfect homestand

Perfect. Four wins from four games. Eight points out of eight. As good as it gets. The Calgary Flames’ (12-6-3) four-game homestand couldn’t have gone any better. Not after Saturday’s afternoon’s matinee win against a very good opponent in th

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The Calgary Flames should trade their UFAs regardless of standings position

The Calgary Flames are playing better hockey recently. It’s good for fans and the team, but I am still not sold. And I don’t think I’m the only one who shares that sentiment. Realistically, the Flames might make the playoffs; they might miss en

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NHL Rumors: Could the Calgary Flames had gotten more for Nikita Zadorov if they had done things differently?

If the Calgary Flames had decided to wait, or retain some salary, could they haven't gotten more for Nikita Zadorov?

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32 Thoughts Podcast: Maple Leafs wanted both Zadorov and Tanev

Jeff and Elliotte talk about what they expect to come out of the NHL Board of Governors meetings in Seattle, Washington. They look back at Elliotte’s headlines from Saturday, including the Leafs’ interest in Nikita Zadorov.

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NHL Power Rankings: Each team's biggest surprise so far

This is the fourth in-season edition of theScore's NHL Power Rankings for the 2023-24 campaign. Check back for updated rankings every other Monday.In this edition, we look at each team's biggest surprise so far this season.1. New Yo

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Mark Pysyk clears waivers, assigned by Calgary Flames to the AHL’s Wranglers

A bit of minor Calgary Flames news on a Sunday. After being placed on waivers after signing on Saturday morning, defenceman Mark Pysyk has cleared waivers and been assigned to the American Hockey League’s Calgary Wranglers. The #Flames have assigne

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3 Calgary Flames’ AHLers Who Could Be Called Up Next

The Calgary Flames have had an up-and-down 2023-24 season, to say the least. With less than a month until Christmas, the team has a 10-11-3 record and is currently two…

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Special teams success doesn’t guarantee wins (but it sure does help)

On Saturday night, the Calgary Flames scored on their power play. Twice. And despite defending a two-man advantage from Vancouver for over a minute, in the second period, the Flames avoided allowing any power play goals. As a result, the Flames won t

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Flames assign defenceman Mark Pysyk to AHL Wranglers

The Calgary Flames assigned defenceman Mark Pysyk to the Calgary Wranglers of the American Hockey League on Sunday.

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The Calgary Flames are among the teams that trail in games the most

On Saturday night, the Calgary Flames found themselves in a familiar position. At 2:03 of the first period, on the first shot on goal registered by either team, the Flames allowed the opening goal. And for the balance of Saturday’s game, the Flames

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"Do it again": Kevin Bieksa loved hearing Flames fans boo him

How would you react to a stadium full of angry Calgary Flames fans booing you? The topic of booing players is a hot one in Calgary this weekend after former Flames Nikita Zadorov was booed by fans in his first game in the city since being traded to

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Canucks Edge Out Flames in a Nail-Biter: Zadorov Makes Impact

The post Canucks Edge Out Flames in a Nail-Biter: Zadorov Makes Impact appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Last night the Vancouver Canucks beat the Calgary Flames 4-3. What impact did Nikita Zadorov make in the game? The post Canucks Edge Out Flames i

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Flames Sunday Census: When does Craig Conroy make his next move

Craig Conroy officially traded Nikita Zadorov to the Vancouver Canucks this week, after a very public trade request was made by him and his agent. Conroy made it clear that the Flames would move him only on their terms, however, he made the deal a lo

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