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Which Flames players could be headed to the 2026 Olympics?

The Canadian national men’s hockey roster for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics was announced on Wednesday morning, with 25 individuals being named to that team.

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Report: Nazem Kadri could net the Calgary Flames a stronger return than the Tomas Hertl deal

The Flames have climbed their way back close to a place they’ve been many times before – the mushy middle. That has quieted noise around the veterans in the public sphere, but it hasn’t quieted conversations in NHL front offices.

William Stromgren News / Flamesnation / December 31

Recap: William Stromgren’s four point night gave the Wranglers a chance against the Eagles

The Calgary Wranglers faced a challenge in the Colorado Eagles on Tuesday for their last game of 2025. The Eagles sit at the top of the Pacific Division and have yet to lose a game in overtime this season.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / December 31

Calgary Flames New Year’s resolutions 2026

The 2025 calendar year wasn’t a great one for the Calgary Flames. Stuck in the mushy middle with no clear direction, the team accomplished little of anything and remains in purgatory like they have for decades.

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The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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Cole Reschny News / Flamesnation / December 31

World Juniors: Cole Reschny has played an integral role for Team Canada

While Zayne Parekh continues to hog headlines at the 2026 World Junior tournament, fellow Flames prospect Cole Reschny has also carved out an important role for Team Canada and has played his brand of hockey to a tee.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / December 31

Remembering Flames great Guy Chouinard

As 2025 winds down, the Calgary Flames family – and the broader hockey world – received some sad news with the passing of Guy Chouinard at the age of 69.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 31

Flames carry hot home form into matchup with Flyers

The Calgary Flames will look to remain hot on home ice when they play host to the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday. Connor Zary scored the overtime winner as the Flames edged the visiting Boston Bruins 2-1 on Monday, stretching Calgary's home winning streak to four games.

Cullen Potter News / Flamesnation / December 30

Flames Prospect Roundup: Cullen Potter has started to get hot

The holiday break is over for many prospects. This is the Dec. 22-29 edition of the Flames prospect round-up, where we look at how Calgary Flames prospects have done every week.

Zayne Parekh News / Flamesnation / December 30

Flames weekly notebook: Zayne Parekh is getting his swagger back

There was a lot of hype surrounding Zayne Parekh entering his first full season in the NHL, and for good reason. He was coming off 96 and 107 point seasons in the OHL.

Devin Cooley News / Daily Faceoff / December 30

Flames sign Devin Cooley to two-year contract extension

The Calgary Flames have their netminder locked up for the next couple of years. On Tuesday, the Flames announced that they have signed goaltender Devin Cooley to a two-year contract extension.

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Devin Cooley News / NHL Trade Talk / December 30

Flames Sign Devin Cooley to Contract Extension

The Calgary Flames have signed backup goaltender Devin Cooley to a new, two-year contract extension. The deal carries a $1.35M AAV. This means the Flames have their tandem locked in for a few seasons, with Dustin Wolf as the starter and Cooley as his backup.

Devin Cooley News / Flamesnation / December 30

Flames re-sign backup netminder Devin Cooley to two year extension ($1.35 million AAV)

In advance of the New Year’s Eve game against the Philadelphia Flyers, the Calgary Flames have completed a bit of business. The club announced on Tuesday morning that they’ve re-signed backup goaltender Devin Cooley to a two year contract extension worth $1.35 million per season.

Devin Cooley News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 30

Flames Sign Devin Cooley To Two-Year Extension

The Flames have signed goaltender Devin Cooley to a two-year extension, according to his agent, Gold Star Hockey’s Dan Milstein. The deal carries an average annual value of $1.35MM for a total value of $2.7MM, Chris Johnston of TSN and The Athletic reports.

NHL News / Flamesnation / December 30

Wranglers series preview: Ringing in the New Year against the best team in the Pacific

The Calgary Wranglers reunite with the Colorado Eagles for the first time since their opening weekend series on Oct. 10 and 11. Calgary fell in both of those games and have yet to put up a win against the Colorado Avalanche affiliate this season.

Zayne Parekh News / Flamesnation / December 30

World Juniors: Flames’ Parekh outstanding again as Canada routs Denmark

We were back to a full slate of games on Day 4 of the World Juniors, featuring a mix of outcomes. There were a pair of one-sided contests, along with a couple of tightly contested games that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Gavin Mckenna News / The Win Column / December 30

Playoffs or draft lottery: Time to say goodbye to Gavin McKenna?

The Calgary Flames just keep winning games. After yet another win last night, they’ve climbed even closer to the playoffs. Despite the worst start in franchise history, the Flames continue to crawl out of the NHL’s basement and back into the playoff race.

Connor Zary News / Field Level Media / December 30