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Yan Kuznetsov has given the Flames blueline a clearly-defined top four

When the Calgary Flames began their 2025-26 season, their defensive group was a work in progress. The Flames had a well-defined shutdown pair, with Kevin Bahl paired with Rasmus Andersson in a continuation of their existing unit from 2024-25.

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Recap: Wranglers shut down 6-1 by the Reign on Saturday night

The Calgary Wranglers opened up their weekend series on Saturday with an evening match-up against the Ontario Reign. Calgary was the team to strike first in this game but could not generate any other offence for the rest of the night.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / December 7

Calgary Flames struggling against Central Division this season

It has been well-documented plenty of times already this season that the Calgary Flames have struggled. They sit at the basement of the NHL. Even with them going on a little bit of a run as of late, they are still nowhere near a playoff spot, as we are almost at the holidays.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / December 7

Calgary Flames among NHL’s worst in hat trick totals

So far in the 2025–26 NHL season, we have seen 25 hat tricks scored. Most recently, Connor McDavid put up a hat trick against the Seattle Kraken. Elite goal scorers are usually the players who get hat tricks, and whenever it happens, it is a special occasion.

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The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Dustin Wolf News / Flamesnation / December 7

Beyond the Boxscore: Dustin Wolf steals the show in 2-0 shutout victory over Utah

Calgary got on the board early and Dustin Wolf did the rest as the Calgary Flames beat the Utah Mammoth by a score of 2-0. CF% – 45.07%|| SCF% – 39.67%|| HDCF% – 41.89%|| xGF% – 42.16% It’s a Team Game – Personally, I do not think the Flames defended as well as they have been the last 3 weeks.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Dustin Wolf News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

Dustin Wolf Leads Flames to 2-0 Shutout Victory Over the Mammoth

On Saturday evening, on Hockey Night in Canada, the Calgary Flames hosted the Utah Mammoth for the first of three in their three-game season series. The

Dustin Wolf News / Field Level Media / December 6

Pair of goals back G Dustin Wolf's shutout as Flames top Mammoth

Yegor Sharangovich scored in the opening minute and goaltender Dustin Wolf posted his second shutout of the season as the host Calgary Flames claimed a 2-0 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Saturday.

NHL News / Flamesnation / December 6

Instant Reaction: Flames grind out a win over Mammoth

The Calgary Flames hosted the Utah Mammoth on Saturday night in the Scotiabank Saddledome. The Mammoth were playing their second game in as many nights, but arguably were the more energetic outfit in this outing.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6

Rangers recall Jaroslav Chmelar, reassign Brennan Othmann

The New York Rangers have rewarded a rookie for a recent hot streak in the AHL.

Rasmus Andersson News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Rasmus Andersson Rumors Grow as D-Man Ups Trade Value

Rasmus Andersson is currently playing some of the best hockey this season — and maybe hitting highs in his career. His increased production is creating more trade conversation, and he’s commented on where things stand regarding his future with the team.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / December 6

The Calgary Flames’ PR is responsible for poor attendance, not their poor performance

Despite having one of the largest venues by capacity in the NHL, the Calgary Flames’ attendance numbers have been dismal. The team is averaging less than 90% attendance this year through the first 11 home games.

Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5

The 2 most interested teams in Flames’ Blake Coleman

The Calgary Flames are struggling through another difficult season. This has led to rumors of the Flames selling players, such as Nazem Kadri and Rasmus Andersson.

Zayne Parekh News / Flamesnation / December 5

Injured Flames defender Zayne Parekh joined Friday’s practice in non-contact jersey

Calgary Flames fans hoping to see the organization’s top prospect in action at the upcoming 2026 World Junior Championship tournament got some good news on Friday morning.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Rumors / December 5

NHL Rumors: Calgary Flames – Blake Coleman and Rasmus Andersson

James Murphy of RG Media: 34-year-old Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman carries a $4.9 million cap hit and is generating interest around the league, according to multiple sources.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

3 Unanswered Goals Lead Flames to 4-1 Win Over the Wild

On Thursday night, the Calgary Flames hosted the Minnesota Wild at the Scotiabank Saddledome. It was the second time these two teams have met up this season, after the Wild walked away with a 2-0 shutout victory over the Flames in early November.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 5

Flames end 2-game skid with victory over Wild

Matt Coronato scored to break a third-period tie and added an assist to pace the host Calgary Flames to a 4-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / December 4

Flames News & Rumours: Cooley, Coleman, Conroy & More

In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Devin Cooley has earned himself significantly more playing time as of late. In other news, Blake Coleman opened up about the trade speculation he and a number of other veterans are facing as of late.

Jarred Tinordi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 2