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Calgary Flames ranked No. 3 in The Athletic’s NHL prospect pool rankings

The rebuild is on in Calgary, and the Flames continue to build up an already impressive prospect pool. In Scott Wheeler’s latest NHL prospect pool rankings, the Flames climbed all the way up to third this year.

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What might the Flames organization’s forwards look like in 2026-27?

If there’s one area in the Calgary Flames organization to keep an eye out for in the next few years, it’s their forwards. The group currently has some pretty effective, consistent veterans.

Dustin Wolf News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

Dustin Wolf’s Season-Long Struggles Causing Flames Fans Concerns

Expectations surrounding the Calgary Flames entering the 2025-26 season were quite low. Despite nearly making the playoffs the season prior, most viewed them as an overachieving roster that was likely to fall back down to earth.

Rory Kerins News / Flamesnation / April 6

Wranglers forward Rory Kerins named AHL Player of the Week

Gang, the Calgary Wranglers really missed forward Rory Kerins when he was out of their lineup. It’s no secret that Kerins is a really effective offensive player, but when he’s gone, he leaves a hole.

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 6

What to expect from the Flames’ final six games of 2025-26

On Tuesday, the Calgary Flames will visit the Dallas Stars in the 77th game of their 2025-26 regular season – and the fourth game of their lengthy six game road trip.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 6

Why do the Flames wear the jersey numbers that they do?

When it comes to the game of hockey, many players become synonymous with particular jersey numbers. Who else’s mind goes right to Jarome Iginla when thinking of #12, or to Lanny McDonald when thinking about #9?

Morgan Frost News / Professor Press Box / April 5

Morgan Frost Moved from Depth Piece to Flames’ Go-To

Morgan Frost’s second season with the Calgary Flames looks nothing like the first, and that difference matters. Last year was a small-sample footnote. His 32 games, with three goals, were the sort of stint that led many to overlook his potential.

Brennan Othmann News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 5

Flames Reassign Brennan Othmann

The Flames reassigned winger prospect Brennan Othmann to AHL Calgary on Sunday, per a team announcement. Calgary acquired Othmann, the #16 overall pick in the 2021 draft, from the Rangers on deadline day in exchange for 2024 second-rounder Jacob Battaglia.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / April 5

Canadian Teams News and Rumours: Leafs, Sens, Oilers & Flames

The Maple Leafs are out of the playoff race and hunting for a new GM after Brad Treliving’s exit. Rumours swirl that Chris Pronger has already checked in about the job.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 5

All of a sudden, Morgan Frost leads the Flames in goals and points this season

For the past two seasons, the Calgary Flames’ offensive leaderboard has been regularly led by one man: Nazem Kadri. After finishing third – behind Tyler Toffoli and Elias Lindholm – in goals and points in 2022-23, Kadri led the team outright in points in 2023-24 and 2024-25.

Craig Conroy News / The Win Column / April 5

Beyond the 'rebiggle': Is Conroy building a sustainable contender?

The NHL Draft Lottery is just about a month away, which means it is nearly time for Calgary Flames fans to exhale. Sam Bennet going fourth overall in 2014 may no longer be the highest draft pick in franchise history.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 5

Recap: Wranglers earn three of a possible four points in Laval series

Coming off the back of a 5-2 win on Good Friday, the Calgary Wranglers were looking to keep up this momentum against the powerhouse Laval Rocket. Laval scored the first two of the game then Rory Kerins scored on the power play for his fourth goal in three games.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / April 6

Breaking down the current Flames roster construction

Trades, free agent signings, and draft selections. These are the three big ways that teams build their rosters. Teams also use waiver claims, that happens less often.

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Jonathan Huberdeau News / Inside The Rink / April 5

Jonathan Huberdeau: Player Profile

Jonathan Huberdeau is a left-winger who was born on June 4, 1993, in St.-Jérôme, Quebec, Canada. At 6’1” and 201 lbs. Huberdeau was seen as having a lanky frame but plenty of height going into his draft year.

NHL News / Flamesnation / April 5

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames able to find holes in Ducks defence, strike often in 5-3 win.

The Calgary Flames took advantage of some loose Anaheim Ducks defending to come out on top, 5-3. CF% – 39.07%|| SCF% – 45.22%|| HDCF% – 50.83%|| xGF% – 46.49% It’s a Team Game – The Flames had some players show up and really stand out, such as Morgan Frost.

Calgary Flames News / Field Level Media / April 5

Morgan Frost helps Flames upend slumping Ducks

Morgan Frost scored twice while Joel Farabee and Matvei Gridin both collected one goal and one assist to lead the visiting Calgary Flames to a 5-3 upset of the slumping Anaheim Ducks on Saturday.

Aydar Suniev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 3

Flames Recall Aydar Suniev

The Flames recalled wing prospect Aydar Suniev from AHL Calgary on Friday, per a team announcement. It appears he’ll be getting a look in the lineup this weekend against the Ducks as Calgary continues to flex its youngsters into limited trial roles down the stretch.

Calgary Flames News / Professor Press Box / April 3

Wolf and Cooley Give the Flames What Most Rebuilds Don’t Have

The Flames’ goaltending picture is solid, and that matters more than people give it credit for. With Dustin Wolf and Devin Cooley set up as the club’s two young NHL netminders, Calgary has something many teams only dream of during a rebuild: a real backbone between the pipes.

Axel Hurtig News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 1