Calgary Flames' playoff chances have plummeted according to analytics

The two-week break for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament couldn’t have come at a better time for the Calgary Flames. The Flames have defied expectations in a big way this season but enter the break having struggled, losing three straight and six o

Published: 1 week ago

Long-time Flames executive, Al MacNeil passes away at 89.

The Flames sadly announced the passing of long-time executive Al MacNeil on January 5, 2025, at the age of 89. We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of long-time Flames executive and former head coach Al MacNeil.Al passed away at the age of

Published: 1 month ago

Al MacNeil Passes Away At Age 89

A legendary member of the Calgary Flames organization, Al MacNeil, has passed away at the age of 89 as announced by the Flames. Before starting his coaching and executive career in the National Hockey League, MacNeil spent 11 years as a player. He su

Published: 1 month ago

Longtime Flames executive and coach Al MacNeil passes away

We have some sad news to begin the week, folks. The Calgary Flames have announced that longtime club executive and coach Al MacNeil passed away on Sunday, surrounded by his family. He was 89 years old. It’s hard to really summarize MacNeil’s exce

Published: 1 month ago

Former Flames forward Alex Chiasson announces retirement from NHL

Alex Chiasson, who spent the 2016-17 season with the Calgary Flames and won the Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals the following year, officially announced his retirement from the NHL on Monday. Chiasson, 34, appeared in 651 regular season and

Published: 1 month ago

‘She’s the best’: Flames don’t want to disappoint on Mom’s Trip

The Calgary Flames have 33 special guests — including the moms of 23 players — in tow on their two-game trek to Anaheim and Los Angeles

Published: 1 month ago

FlamesNation Mailbag: Talking prospects to kick off 2025!

Friends, Happy New Year! This is the first mailbag of 2025 and we hope everyone had a great holiday season. We received a ton of great questions for this week’s mailbag, primarily focused on the Calgary Flames and their many (many) prospects. Letâ€

Published: 1 month ago

Three Calgary Flames prospects who could play in the 2026 World Juniors

The 2025 World Junior Championship was one to remember but for all the wrong reasons. Team Canada this year was nothing short of a disaster for Canadian hockey fans. From the team making questionable roster selections, absurd coaching decisions and m

Published: 1 month ago

What NHL executives think of Craig Conroy’s first year and a half as the Calgary Flames General Manager

Over the last few weeks, I had the chance to chat with a few NHL front office members. I wanted to get an outside perspective on Craig Conroy’s GM tenure so far. Both were very generous with their time and gave fantastic answers. I thank both for t

Published: 1 month ago

Should the Flames make a trade for Elias Pettersson?

The Vancouver Canucks are a real life soap opera right now. The rumoured riff between star players Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller has become the talk of the hockey world. If those two can’t repair their relationship, would the Canucks consider tr

Published: 1 month ago

Episode 376: The Rebuild Is Just Starting

The Calgary Flames had a rough week against some mediocre teams but still sit one point outside a playoff spot. The guys have to keep reminding each other that this is the first year of a rebuild, and some struggles are expected for the Flames this y

Published: 1 month ago

NHL mock draft: Martone leads post-WJHC projections

Our first mock draft of the 2025 cycle takes a look at the 16 lottery picks following the World Junior Championship.Selection order is based on points percentage through games on Jan. 5.The Blackhawks have a fascinating decision to make if t

Published: 1 month ago

The Calgary Flames should absolutely try to claim Arthur Kaliyev off waivers

The Calgary Flames have a significant scoring issue that they have yet to try to address this season. Despite Jonathan Huberdeau finding his groove again, and currently on pace to score the most goals in a season in his career, he is leading the team

Published: 1 month ago