Could Flames netminder Dan Vladar be the answer for Colorado’s goaltending woes?

Several teams in the National Hockey League wish they had better goaltending. One of them is the Colorado Avalanche, particularly after an eventful evening on Monday night where they allowed eight goals against the Tampa Bay Lightning. On Tuesday’s

Published: 1 month ago

Pacific Notes: Morin, Nesterenko, Turcotte

With his 2023-24 season coming to an end with the Moncton Wildcats of the QMJHL, the Calgary Flames announced that Etienne Morin has been reassigned to the organization’s AHL affiliate, the Calgary Wranglers. Having yet to sign his entry-level cont

Published: 9 months ago

‘Still got it’: Kadri both a bright spot and role model for retooling Flames

If not for all the focus on the future, if not for all the excitement about the up-and-comers, there would be a lot more fuss about what Nazem Kadri is currently accomplishing for the Calgary Flames. Only in the early stages of a retool is the team s

Published: 9 months ago

What have we learned about the Calgary Flames blueliners a month past the trade deadline?

The Calgary Flames have undergone significant roster changes since the season began in October. But all due respect to Elias Lindholm, no position has seen more significant changes than the Flames’ blueline. The club has traded three everyday defen

Published: 9 months ago

Burning Questions: Is Connor Zary a full-time centre now?

On the latest episode of Burning Questions, Postmedia’s Rob Wong chats with Postmedia Calgary Flames writer Wes Gilbertson about Connor Zary’s potential as a centre in the NHL, Nazem Kadri’s impressive season and Oliver Kylington being named th

Published: 9 months ago

Burning Questions: Is Connor Zary a full-time centre now?

On the latest episode of Burning Questions, Postmedia’s Rob Wong chats with Postmedia Calgary Flames writer Wes Gilbertson about Connor Zary’s potential as a centre in the NHL, Nazem Kadri’s impressive season and Oliver Kylington being named th

Published: 9 months ago

Flames prospect Etienne Morin "can't wait" to join the Wranglers lineup

Calgary Flames prospect Etienne Morin hasn’t been around the pro ranks for long but has already picked up on some great tips. “Pro habits. Everything is so perfect,” Morin responded when asked what he learned after stepping off the ice followi

Published: 9 months ago

The Calgary Flames are primed to begin building their new core at this year’s draft

Although the Flames have a long road in front of them, there is light (and a new arena) at the end of the tunnel.

Published: 9 months ago

Calgary Flames prospect Etienne Morin has joined the AHL’s Wranglers

One of the most exciting Calgary Flames defensive prospects is joining the Calgary Wranglers for the stretch drive. The Flames announced on Wednesday morning that 2023 second-round pick Etienne Morin will be joining the American Hockey League’s Wra

Published: 9 months ago

The Wranglers hit their home stretch: a Calgary Flames prospect update

The Calgary Wranglers will finish their regular season on Apr. 20 – a couple Saturdays from now – when they visit the Abbotsford Canucks. Unlike their National Hockey League parent, the Wranglers’ season will continue into post-season play. But

Published: 9 months ago

Calgary Flames Prospect Roundup: William Stromgren continues strong second half

The American Hockey League’s Calgary Wranglers continue making their way toward playoff hockey, led by William Stromgren’s strong second half of the season. Unfortunately, there aren’t too many other positive takeaways from this week. In the Ca

Published: 9 months ago

Flames' Kuzmenko trade continues looking excellent as he extends point streak

Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy has made a number of solid deals since taking over, though one in particular really stands out. In early February, the Flames chose to trade pending UFA Elias Lindholm to the Vancouver Canucks. In return,

Published: 9 months ago

"Means the world": Grandma of Flames' Wolf watches him live for first time in NHL

Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf is still very early in his NHL career, but few moments will top what he was able to do last night. Last night’s game against the San Jose Sharks served as the first NHL start for Wolf in his hometown. Though h

Published: 9 months ago