Flames Trio Looks to Impress at Prospect Camp Allan Farley | September 8, 2019 It’s the beginning of back-to-school activities for many teens, but for three youthful Calgary Flames hopefuls, it’s already time for a performance review. Five players were selected by the Flames…
Could the Flames Reignite Justin Williams? The Hockey Writers | September 5, 2019 The recent news of Justin Williams’ decision to step away from hockey has stimulated discussion around the league. With him currently a free agent, perhaps he’d be a good fit…
Flames Need to Balance Experience With Youth Bob Hearn | September 4, 2019 Mixing in youthful energy, skill and speed with veteran savvy, grit and experience will be a fine line for the Calgary Flames as they begin preparations for the 2019-20 NHL…
Best Fits for Ex-Canadiens Defenseman Markov Ryan Szporer | September 2, 2019 One thing hasn’t changed since ex-Montreal Canadiens defenseman Andrei Markov last played in the NHL back in 2016-17. Teams are still willing to take fliers on proven commodities that can…
Hamonic’s Charities a Big Hit in Calgary Allan Farley | August 31, 2019 Travis Hamonic deliberately inflicts and begrudgingly absorbs unceasing physical pain. Perhaps that’s why he’s known around the NHL as ‘Hammer’. Somehow, all the hurt that takes place while plying his…
Do the Flames Have a Right Wing Issue? Bob Hearn | August 31, 2019 For a city that has had its fair share of high profile right wingers over the years, the 2019-20 version of the Calgary Flames sure is not leaning that way…
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Flyers, Flames, Oilers, More Jim Parsons | August 28, 2019 In today’s NHL rumor rundown there is news regarding Jesse Puljujarvi heading out of Edmonton and back to Finland, and just what GM Ken Holland is looking for in a…
Giordano Brings Norris Trophy to His Seventh Season as Flames Captain The Canadian Press | August 26, 2019 CALGARY — Mark Giordano will have “Norris Trophy winner” attached to his name this NHL season. The only Calgary Flame to win the award that goes to the league’s top defenceman says the label motivates him. “You want to prove it’s not just a one-time th…
Flames Searching for Vision This Season Stefan Wright | August 24, 2019 The Calgary Flames lack a team vision. Not to be confused with a long-term goal – that’s rather obvious and league-wide. No, the Flames lack a vision in terms of…
Comparing Mikael Backlund to Rest of 2007 Draft The Hockey Writers | August 22, 2019 Mikael Backlund is one of the most consistent two-way shutdown centres in the NHL, so how does he compare with others drafted in 2007, the year he was selected 24th…
Flames Expect Talbot to Shine Allan Farley | August 22, 2019 Needs met. Now on to the business of navigating the often stormy seas of an 82-game National Hockey League campaign. For the Calgary Flames, the need was a second goaltender.…
Rasmus Andersson Is Key to Flames Moving Forward The Hockey Writers | August 21, 2019 Last season, the Calgary Flames defensive group was led by Norris Trophy winner and captain Mark Giordano, who had the best plus-minus rating in the NHL. Giordano, despite being 35-years-old,…