Ryan Pike

Key dates for Calgary Flames fans in 2012-13

Ryan Pike | August 18, 2012

As summer winds down and prepares to turn into fall, hockey fans prepare for the beginning of the season. But with so many players throughout pro organizations scattered throughout so…

Impact players? Newcomers add depth to Flames organization

Ryan Pike | July 26, 2012

When your National Hockey League franchise misses the playoffs for a third straight season and its American Hockey League affiliate loses in the second round of the playoffs, it’s natural…

Calgary Flames prospects on display at 2012 Development Camp

Ryan Pike | July 13, 2012

Amidst the hustle and bustle of the 100th anniversary edition of the Calgary Stampede, a very different kind of stampede was underway on the western fringes of the city –…

Feaster’s Flames get shopping done early

Ryan Pike | July 2, 2012

Jay Feaster doesn’t seem to be too taken in by hockey’s annual rituals and television events. When the trade deadline came around during the 2010-11 season and the then-interim Calgary…

Calgary Flames add Wideman, re-sign Comeau

Ryan Pike | June 27, 2012

The Calgary Flames made a free agency splash prior to July 1 on Wednesday afternoon, announcing two player moves. First, the Flames acquired pending unrestricted free agent Dennis Wideman from…

Reviewing the Calgary Flames 2012 Draft Class

Ryan Pike | June 25, 2012

The Calgary Flames entered the 2012 NHL Draft with six draft picks. They left Consol Energy Center on Saturday evening with seven new players and most likely a bit of…

2012 NHL Entry Draft Order Trivia

Ryan Pike | June 18, 2012

The National Hockey League released the final order for its annual Entry Draft on Friday. As a result, it is now possible to see just how many teams horded draft…

Dane Fox – the Next Ones: 2012 NHL Prospect Profile

Ryan Pike | June 12, 2012

Dane Fox THW Close-Up: Date of Birth: October 13, 1993 Place of Birth: Thamesville, Ontario Ht: 6-0 Wt: 185 lbs Shoots: Left Position: Center NHL Draft Eligibility: 2012 Other than…

Brady Vail – the Next Ones: 2012 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile

Ryan Pike | June 8, 2012

Brady Vail THW Close-Up: Date of Birth: March 11, 1994 Place of Birth: Palm City, Florida Ht: 6-1 Wt: 190 lbs Shoots: Left Position: Center NHL Draft Eligibility: 2012 If…

Hampus Lindholm – The Next Ones: 2012 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Ryan Pike | June 4, 2012

Hampus Lindholm THW Close-Up: Date of Birth: January 20, 1994 Place of Birth: Helsingborg, Sweden Ht: 6-2 Wt: 185 lbs Shoots: Left Position: Defense NHL Draft Eligibility: 2012 Over recent…

Calgary Flames Unveil New Bench Boss

Ryan Pike | May 31, 2012

The Calgary Flames unveiled new head coach Bob Hartley to the local media at a press conference at the Scotiabank Saddledome early Thursday afternoon. General manager Jay Feaster was full…

Flames hire Bob Hartley as head coach

Ryan Pike | May 31, 2012

After weeks of speculation and searching, the Calgary Flames have found their man. The club announced on Thursday morning that they have hired Bob Hartley as the team’s 15th head…