How many countries have a better goalie option than Canada?

While Team Canada has a stacked roster heading into the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, goaltending could prove to be their Achilles’ heel. Canada has yet to announce their goaltenders for the tournament, though based on a report this morning, it s

Published: 1 month ago

Flames make last-minute trade deadline deal with Sharks for a defenceman

The Calgary Flames made one final move ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring defenceman Nikita Okhotiuk from the San Jose Sharks. This marks the fifth trade the Flames have made this season, as they have dealt Noah Hanifin, Chris Tanev, Elias Lindh

Published: 10 months ago

Calgary Flames acquire Russian defenceman Nikita Okhotiuk from San Jose

The Calgary Flames have made a move on deadline day. Per Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, the club has acquired defenceman Nikita Okhotiuk from the San Jose Sharks. #Flames are grabbing LD Nikita Okhotiuk from #sjsharks pending completion of trade

Published: 10 months ago

Brandt Plays of the Week: Barkov’s miraculous moves, Kadri’s goal of the year

Here’s all the best plays from the week that was in the NHL, including Sasha Barkov’s insane hand-eye coordination in setting up an amazing goal, Nazem Kadri’s unreal goal of the year candidate, and McDavid doing McDavid things vs. the Blues.

Published: 10 months ago

Calgary Flames blueliner Jordan Oesterle clears waivers

In advance of the 2024 trade deadline, some minor Calgary Flames news. Blueliner Jordan Oesterle has cleared waivers. Lagesson claimed by ANA. Rest clared — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) March 8, 2024 Jordan Oesterle has cleared waivers. Eligibl

Published: 10 months ago

NHL trade deadline: Breaking down Friday's deals

Quick-hit analysis of big-league moves completed Friday, March 8.Allen traded to Devils New Jersey acquires: G Jake Allen
Montreal acquires: Conditional 2025 third-round pick (Canadiens retain 50% of Allen's salary)Finally: The D

Published: 10 months ago

New Calgary Flames prospect Riley Damiani gets a fresh start

The Calgary Flames have acquired Riley Damiani from the Dallas Stars in a trade for Mathias Emilio Pettersen. Both players are 2000-born players, born 14 days apart. Damiani is a shifty and skilled centreman who plays multiple positions and situation

Published: 10 months ago

Power Play Woes Cost Lightning in 6-3 Loss to Flames

The Tampa Bay Lightning returned from their four-day break and took a loss to the Calgary Flames 6-3. It was another tough loss at home as they were swept in…

Published: 10 months ago

‘Everyone’s on the same page’: What’s impressed Tanev most about his new Stars’ mates

Newest Dallas Stars defenceman Chris Tanev joins the HC Deadline Day panel to discuss his transition with his new club so far, what’s impressed him most about them, why it’s a much different system then he’s used to in Calgary, and more.

Published: 10 months ago

Report: Devils ship Toffoli to Jets

The New Jersey Devils are trading winger Tyler Toffoli to the Winnipeg Jets, reports Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli.New Jersey receives a pair of draft picks in return, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan.Toffoli is a pending unrestricted free agent wi

Published: 10 months ago

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames, New Jersey Devils, and Edmonton Oilers

Speculation continues to abound in the NHL leading up to the deadline, particularly for the Calgary Flames, New Jersey Devils, and Edmonton Oilers.

Published: 10 months ago

Where are they now: the 2021–22 Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames have had a tonne of turnover since the extremely fun and entertaining 2021–22 season, which saw the team win the Pacific Division and be eliminated in the second round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Only seven players remain f

Published: 10 months ago

Will the Flames’ recent winning ways change their mindset at the trade deadline?

Eric Francis and Ryan Leslie spoke with the trade deadline crew to discuss whether or not the Flames will change their deadline plans based on their recent success, and what to expect with Jacob Markstrom.

Published: 10 months ago