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Flames Players’ Optimism Much Higher Than a Season Ago

From a record standpoint, the Calgary Flames were a worse team in 2023-24 than a season ago. Last season, they finished with a 38-27-17 record for 93 points, which was two shy of the Winnipeg Jets for a playoff berth.

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Recap: Calgary Wranglers drop fourth straight in 4-3 overtime decision in Abbotsford

The Calgary Wranglers were coming off a three-game losing streak and were looking to snap that streak to get back on the winning side of things before playoffs.

Jonathan Huberdeau News / The Hockey Writers / 1 hour ago

Flames Have a Jonathan Huberdeau Problem

So much for a bounce-back season. When Jonathan Huberdeau first arrived in Calgary after an offseason trade with the Florida Panthers, fans believed that the team was in as good of shape if not better to contend for a Stanley Cup.

Oliver Kylington News / Flamesnation / 2 hours ago

The Calgary Flames will be chatting with Oliver Kylington’s camp on a new contract soon

In 2021-22, one of the best stories around the Calgary Flames was the emergence of blueliner Oliver Kylington as an everyday NHL player. In 2022-23, one of the more disappointing stories was Kylington’s absence due to mental health challenges.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / 15 hours ago

Sam Honzek to make professional debut with the Calgary Wranglers on Friday

Calgary Flames 2023 first-round draft pick Sam Honzek will make his professional debut Friday night when the American Hockey League’s Calgary Wranglers take on the Abbotsford Canucks.

Martin Pospisil News / Flamesnation / 14 hours ago

Martin Pospisil could be the only Calgary Flames representation at the World Championships

The Scotiabank Saddledome was the site for exit interviews for the Calgary Flames on Friday morning. The Flames players met with coaches and management to discuss the season, briefly chatted with the local media, and then headed off to their off-seasons.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / 18 hours ago

Is draft prospect Cayden Lindstrom a fit for the Calgary Flames prospect pool?

The Calgary Flames will either have a 5% chance of moving up to the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery. Collectively, they’ll have a 10.4% chance of moving into the top two picks, so not very likely at all.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 18

Flames light up Sharks in finale

It was milestone night for the Calgary Flames as they concluded the season with a 5-1 home-ice victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. Adam Klapka scored his first NHL goal, Blake Coleman reached 30 goals for the first time in his career in a two-point game and defenseman MacKenzie Weegar hit 20 goals for the first time.

Yegor Sharangovich News / NHL Trade Talk / April 18

Flames’ Yegor Sharangovich Has Proved His Worth This Season

Despite the Calgary Flames not qualifying for the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs, a lot of positive aspects can be taken from this season. One of these bright spots has to be Yegor Sharangovich, who has emerged as a big piece to be included in this Flames’ retool.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 17

3 Teams for Flames Fans to Root For in Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Calgary Flames will not be partaking in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs and tomorrow’s game versus the San Jose Sharks will be their last of the season.

Craig Conroy News / Calgary Hockey Now / April 15

Craig Conroy Takes a Flyer on Trending Finnish Goaltender

Flames general manager Craig Conroy is staying busy as the dog days of the 2023-2024 regular season ride out. Today the rookie team builder made two moves in recalling hulking forward Adam Klapka as well as signing 24-year-old netminder Waltteri Ignatjew to a one-year, two-way contract worth $870,000.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / April 15

Calgary Flames sign goaltender Waltteri Ignatjew to one-year, two-way contract

The Calgary Flames have added some future goaltending depth from an unlikely source. On Monday, the team announced it had signed goaltender Waltteri Ignatjew to a one-year, two-way contract with an AAV of $870,000.

Calgary Flames News / Calgary Hockey Now / April 15

Flames Daily: Player Grades, Flyers Fans Experience Schadenfreude

Following the NHL on any given morning, afternoon, or evening can be an arduous process. Look at one site, check another; that can take a lot out of your day.

Nazem Kadri News / NHL Trade Talk / April 13

Nazem Kadri Embracing Veteran Role with Flames

With the Calgary Flames on track to miss the playoffs for the second straight season, a retool/rebuild is likely on the horizon. The Flames are expected to welcome a wave of youth into the organization who will be the foundation for the future.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / April 12

How aggressive will the Calgary Flames get this offseason?

Ryan Pike of Flames Nation joined Daily Faceoff Live to talk about how the Calgary Flames could get aggressive this offseason when it comes to free agents.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

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

The Calgary Flames don’t currently have a core. Yes, they have some strong veteran players. They also have some promising young prospects. But they don’t have the foundational pieces that every contending team in the National Hockey League has built around.