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The once frequent playoff battles between the Calgary Flames and their ’90s era expansion rivals have long ground to a halt. The San Jose Sharks and Anaheim

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Flames coach Ryan Huska’s blunt admission after shutout win vs. Sharks

It’s been tough sledding so far for the Calgary Flames, who sit 5-12-2 and dead last in the National Hockey League through 19 games in 2025-26. But they were able to secure a rare victory on Thursday night, shutting out the San Jose Sharks at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Dustin Wolf News / Flamesnation / November 14

Dustin Wolf wasn’t busy, but he was sharp, in Flames shutout win over Sharks

Through his first 15 appearances in the 2025-26 season, Calgary Flames netminder Dustin Wolf had faced a shot roughly every two minutes of game action.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / November 14

Calgary Flames fit checks to start the 2025–26 season

In August, the NHL dropped its archaic mandatory dress code. Players are now allowed to dress in outfits that are “consistent with contemporary fashion.” This doesn’t just include going to and from the game, but also on and off the plane.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

3 Takeaways From Flames’ Shutout Victory Over the Sharks

Thursday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome, the Calgary Flames outshot the San Jose Sharks 36-16, which led to a 2-0 shutout victory. This win came against a Sharks team that was playing very well, having won four straight games.

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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.

NHL News / Flamesnation / November 14

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames pounce on Sharks in 2-0 victory

The Calgary Flames took advantage of a completely disjointed San Jose Sharks squad on their way to a 2-0 victory. CF% – 69.58%|| SCF% – 75.9%|| HDCF% – 82.59%|| xGF% – 78.86% It’s a Team Game – There was no other way to describe this – just domination from the Flames.

Rasmus Andersson News / Flamesnation / November 14

Could the Maple Leafs be a destination for Flames blueliner Rasmus Andersson?

There are two things we think we know 19 games into the 2025-26 season. First, it hasn’t been the best season for the Calgary Flames. Second, it seems pretty likely that Rasmus Andersson will be departing the Flames prior to the Mar.

Dustin Wolf News / Field Level Media / November 13

Flames' Dustin Wolf needs just 16 saves to shut out Sharks

Dustin Wolf recorded his first shutout of the season, backstopping the host Calgary Flames to a 2-0 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. Blake Coleman and Sam Honzek scored for the Flames, who snapped a three-game losing streak.

Dustin Wolf News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

Flames Beat Sharks 2-0 For Dustin Wolf’s 1st Shutout of the Season

On Thursday night, we saw the Calgary Flames host the San Jose Sharks at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The Flames came into the game last in the Western Conference with a 4-12-2 record, while the Sharks entered the night one point out of a Western Conference wild card playoff spot with an 8-6-3 record.

NHL News / Flamesnation / November 13

Instant Reaction: Flames tame toothless Sharks

The Calgary Flames played a pretty good hockey game. They’ve played a few lately. On several occasions they’ve played pretty well and found ways to lose.

Justin Kirkland News / Flamesnation / November 13

Flames forward Justin Kirkland clears waivers, is assigned to the AHL’s Wranglers

One of the most beloved members of the Calgary Flames is getting a chance to get his swagger back in the American Hockey League. On Wednesday, the Flames placed Justin Kirkland on waivers.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / November 13

The Wranglers are easing six players into pro hockey this season

Every year, the Calgary Flames introduce a bunch of fresh-faced youngsters to the world of pro hockey. It’s not always easy. And, as they say, progress is almost never linear.

Rory Kerins News / Flamesnation / November 13

Flames recall forward Rory Kerins from the AHL’s Calgary Wranglers

In advance of Thursday’s home game against the San Jose Sharks, the Calgary Flames have made another roster move. After placing Justin Kirkland on waivers and returning Daniil Miromanov to the American Hockey League on Wednesday, the Flames have called up leading scorer Rory Kerins from the AHL’s Calgary Wranglers on Thursday morning.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / November 13

NHL insider gives the Calgary Flames a 0.0% chance of winning the Stanley Cup this season

This has been a very forgettable season for the Calgary Flames, with the team sitting at the bottom of the NHL in points. Their power play has been atrocious, and the team seems allergic to winning games this season.

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Rory Kerins News / The Win Column / November 12

Rory Kerins likely being recalled as Calgary Flames search for offence

The Calgary Flames made a couple notable roster moves earlier today, placing veteran centre Justin Kirkland on waivers before re-assigning defenceman Daniil Miromanov to the AHL.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / November 9

Flames News & Rumours: Parekh, Pospisil, Kadri & More

In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Zayne Parekh is expected to miss some time after suffering an injury versus the Chicago Blackhawks.

Calgary Flames News / Breakaway on SI / November 9

Reason for Hope Despite Flames’ Slow Start

The Calgary Flames sit in the bottom of the NHL standings as the 2025-2026 season quickly approaches its holiday season stretch. The Flames have a miserable record of 4-10-2 through 16 games and have a negative goal differential of -17, the second-worst total in the NHL.

Zayne Parekh News / Daily Faceoff / November 8