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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?

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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.

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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.

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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

Morgan Frost 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.

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.

NHL News / Flamesnation / April 5

Instant Reaction: Flames hold back late charge to beat Ducks

The Calgary Flames headed to Orange County on Saturday evening to face an Anaheim Ducks team that had lost four in a row. The Flames were the better team in the second period and were decent enough in the other two frames, while the Ducks varied between really sharp and not good at all.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 4

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

The Calgary Flames made a signing earlier this week, inking seventh-round draft selection Axel Hurtig, captain of the Western Hockey League’s Calgary Hitmen, to a three year entry-level contract starting next season.

Rory Kerins News / Flamesnation / April 4

Recap: Rory Kerins has career-best performance in Wranglers 5-2 win over Rocket

The Calgary Wranglers took the ice in Laval for the first time in team history and were met with over 10,000 fans. Calgary has done very well against the North Division leaders this season and this game was no exception.

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / April 3

Flashback Friday: On this day 38 years ago, Håkan Loob scored his 50th goal of the season

With two weeks left in the season, it’s becoming increasingly likely that the Calgary Flames will pick in the top five at the 2026 National Hockey League draft.

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 / Flamesnation / April 3

Race to the bottom: a snapshot of the bottom five with two weeks left

In two weeks, the Stanley Cup playoffs will begin. The Calgary Flames, along with 15 other teams, will not be part of those festivities. But while many

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

Flames Sign Axel Hurtig To Entry-Level Contract

The Calgary Flames have signed defenseman Axel Hurtig to a three-year, entry-level contract. The deal begins in the 2026-27 season. Hurtig was a seventh-round pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, after a year in Sweden’s U20 league.

Ryan Strome News / NHL Trade Talk / April 1

Ryan Strome Isn’t a Headliner, But the Flames Are Better with Him

Ryan Strome arriving in Calgary felt like the sort of deadline footnote fans skim: a veteran depth forward, maybe useful, maybe not. Thirteen games later, he’s done what seasoned middle‑six guys do when the fit is right.

Ryan Strome News / The Hockey Writers / March 31

Olli Määttä & Ryan Strome Showing Unexpected Value With Flames

When the Calgary Flames traded Mackenzie Weegar and Nazem Kadri, both still under contract for several more seasons, the organization finally signaled a commitment to a full rebuild.

Jonathan Castagna News / Daily Faceoff / March 30

Flames sign Jonathan Castagna to three-year, entry-level contract

The Calgary Flames have signed center prospect Jonathan Castagna to a three-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Monday afternoon. Castagna, 21, led the Cornell Big Red with 15 goals and 34 points in 34 games as a junior during the 2025-26 season.

Joel Hanley News / Daily Faceoff / March 28

Flames’ Joel Hanley to miss rest of 2025-26 season

A premature end of the year for a veteran blueliner out west. When speaking to the media on Saturday, Calgary Flames head coach Ryan Huska revealed that defenseman Joely Hanley will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season.