Hot Topics: Will Mackenzie Weegar make Team Canada?

On the latest episode of Hot Topics, Postmedia’s Rob Wong chats with Postmedia Calgary Flames writers Wes Gilbertson and Danny Austin about Calgary Flames defenceman Mackenzie Weegar’s chances of representing Team Canada at the upcoming 4 Nations

Published: 1 month ago

4 players will make Flames debuts vs. Canucks

Over 51 seasons, 658 different players have suited up for at least one game with the Calgary Flames and their predecessors in Atlanta. On Wednesday evening in Vancouver, four players will join those ranks. In Wednesday’s season-opener against the C

Published: 3 months ago

Zadorov reveals why he requested a trade from the Flames

Nikita Zadorov never initially had any plans of leaving the Calgary Flames. The 29-year-old shocked many early into the 2023-24 season when it was announced that he had requested a trade out of Calgary. General manager Craig Conroy acted swiftly, sh

Published: 3 months ago

Dan Vladar named Flames opening night starter for the 2024–25 season

The 2024–25 season is officially here. The Calgary Flames will kick off their new campaign tonight against the Vancouver Canucks, and a topic of conversation all summer was who would be in between the pipes when the season began. That question has

Published: 3 months ago

Nazem Kadri’s book recounts Mike Babcock’s behaviour coaching Maple Leafs

Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazem Kadri’s book “Dreamer: My Life On The Edge” delves into coach Mike Babcock’s handling of players.

Published: 3 months ago

Nazem Kadri book recounts Mike Babcock's behaviour coaching Toronto Maple Leafs

Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazem Kadri's book "Dreamer: My Life On The Edge" delves into coach Mike Babcock's handling of players.

Published: 3 months ago

Flames have astonishing amount of cap space to begin season

A quick look at PuckPedia will show you that the Calgary Flames aren’t interested in throwing around dollars in the hopes of being competitive this season. While general manager Craig Conroy and the rest of his staff hope this group will compete n

Published: 3 months ago

Calgary Flames season preview: ‘We’re excited to prove people wrong’

The Flames, even in the throes of what they like to refer to as a ‘retool,’ keep telling everybody that they’ll be better than expected — much better

Published: 3 months ago

25 things we wonder about the 2024-25 Calgary Flames

The regular season is almost here. While we wait, here’s a bit of food for thought — 25 things we wonder about this current cast of Flames …

Published: 3 months ago

Flames appear to have decided on starting goalie for opening night

The Calgary Flames’ coaching staff has seemingly decided on their goalie for tomorrow night’s opening game. Though it has yet to officially be said by head coach Ryan Huska, all signs the past few days have pointed towards Dan Vladar being in be

Published: 3 months ago

EA Sports predicts NHL standings and Stanley Cup winner

As the 2024-25 NHL season kicks off, EA Sports has already run the numbers for the entire campaign, offering fans a sneak peek at what could unfold over the coming months. With NHL 25 hitting shelves over the weekend, EA’s annual season simulation

Published: 3 months ago

Sam Honzek making the Flames roster could have some interesting contractual impacts

The Calgary Flames announced their 2024-25 season-opening roster on Monday, and there’s a teenager on it. Forward Samuel Honzek, the club’s 2023 first-round pick and a teenager until Nov. 12, will begin the season on the big club’s roster. A te

Published: 3 months ago

10 predictions for the 2024-25 Calgary Flames season

The 2024-25 season is upon us as the Calgary Flames will take on the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday night. What can we expect to see from the Flames this season? Are they going to be a basement dweller? Are they going to surprise people? I try to ans

Published: 3 months ago