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Wild sign Justin Kirkland to one-year contract

The Minnesota Wild have agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract with unrestricted free agent center Justin Kirkland, according to The Athletic‘s Michael Russo.

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A pair of Flames prospects will play in new places, and another in their usual spot, in the 2026-27 season

Over the last little while, we’ve seen some moves involving Calgary Flames prospects potentially playing in new places for the 2026-27 season. On Wednesday morning at Winsport for the club’s development camp, the assembled media had a chance to catch up with Flames director of player development.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Flames sign Mike Benning to one-year contract

The Calgary Flames continue to add depth on defense. As reported by Darren Dreger, the Flames signed defenseman Mike Benning on Wednesday to a one-year, two-way contract.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / July 1

Calgary Flames sign Mike Benning to a one-year, two-way deal worth $850k

According to Darren Dreger, the Calgary Flames have made their first signing of free agency. They have signed 24-year-old defenceman Mike Benning to a two-way contract for one-year with an AAV of 850k.

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Ryan Lomberg News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Blue Jackets sign Ryan Lomberg to two-year contract

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed unrestricted free agent winger Ryan Lomberg to a two-year contract, his agency, Bartlett Hockey, announced Wednesday afternoon.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Gavin White News / Flamesnation / July 1

FN AHL Report Cards: Gavin White fit a role on the Wranglers blue line after his trade

Gavin White was a Dallas Stars fourth round draft pick in the 2022 NHL Draft and after two and a half seasons with their AHL affiliate, he was shopped out for a fresh start.

Craig Conroy News / The Win Column / July 1

Breaking down Craig Conroy’s history in free agency

The day is here. One of the busiest dates on the NHL calendar, NHL Free Agency. From franchise-altering signings to puzzling decisions and everything in between, July 1 always delivers plenty of drama across the NHL.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 1

What to expect from the Flames in 2026’s NHL free agency

Some years, the opening of National Hockey League free agency is an utter frenzy of activity as teams scramble to grab the best available players to fill out their rosters.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 30

Flames prospect Mace’o Phillips joining the Western League’s Medicine Hat Tigers for 2026-27 season

We have a trade to announce… in the Western Hockey League. On Tuesday, the Western League’s Medicine Hat Tigers announced that they’ve acquired the rights to Calgary Flames prospect Mace’o Phillips from the Portland Winterhawks in exchange for a pair of draft picks.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 30

4 Flames prospects named to United States roster for World Junior Summer Showcase

Over the weekend, the Calgary Flames added to their stockpile of young prospects with nine selections at the 2026 NHL Draft. On Tuesday, USA Hockey announced their invites to the upcoming World Junior Summer Showcase, being held in Windsor, Ontario in late July.

Jakob Leander News / Flamesnation / June 30

Flames prospect Jakob Leander selected by Calgary Hitmen in CHL Import Draft

A Calgary Flames prospect will have some North American options open to him for the 2026-27 season. On Tuesday morning, the Canadian Hockey League held their annual import draft, an opportunity for teams from the three Canadian major junior circuits to obtain the rights of promising young European players.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 30

Where each Flames 2026 draft pick will play in 2026-27

The 2026 NHL Draft is in the rear-view mirror and a couple hundred promising young hockey players were drafted. Now, it’s time to get back to work and prepare for the coming season.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 30

Revisiting the Calgary Flames organizational roster following the 2026 NHL Draft

Pals, it’s been an eventful few days. The Calgary Flames made nine selections at the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday and Saturday. On Monday, they opted not to tender qualifying offers to seven pending restricted free agents.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Flames News & Rumours: Development Camp, Qualifying Offers & Free Agency

Things heat up quickly around the NHL Entry Draft after the lull following the Stanley Cup Final. Now, after welcoming a new batch of prospects, headlined

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Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / June 30

Calgary Flames Draft Profile: Carson Carels

The 6th overall pick of the 2026 NHL Draft belonged to the Calgary Flames. A pick which they used to select Carson Carels, the future partner for their franchise defenceman.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / June 30

Breaking down Calgary Flames 2026 development camp roster

On the heels of the 2026 NHL Draft, the Calgary Flames have released their roster for this year’s development camp. With such a strong pipeline of prospects, the roster is considerably smaller than it has been in years prior, the team choosing to prioritize their property.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 30

Trading NHL players should be the Flames main off-season priority

The 2026 NHL draft, the most important part of the Calgary Flames off-season, has come and gone with the Flames selecting nine players to add to their already deep prospect pool.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 29

Flames tender qualifying offers to three pending restricted free agents

The Calgary Flames have tendered qualifying offers to three players, retaining their exclusive negotiating rights as they prepare to become restricted free agents on Wednesday.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 30

Flames announce 2026 development camp roster and schedule

The draft is done with and now it’s time to get your eyes on the newest members of the Calgary Flames. The Flames announced on Monday afternoon the roster and schedule for the 2026 edition of their annual summer development camp.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 29

With Parekh, Nemec and now Carels, the Flames’ defensive pipeline is the envy of the NHL

It sure seems like June is Craig Conroy’s month. Two years ago, his Calgary Flames knocked it out of the park with a fantastic 2024 draft class. The following summer, they picked up right where they left off with a centre-heavy crop of intriguing prospects.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / June 29

Grading the Calgary Flames 2026 NHL Draft

The 2026 NHL Draft is complete, which means it is now time to take a look at the Calgary Flames’ draft class and grade each of the picks. The Flames had a solid two days this year, selecting players who can be projects and turn into potential pieces down the road.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Grading the Calgary Flames’ 2026 NHL Draft Class

For the Calgary Flames, the most exciting part of the offseason, most likely, has come and gone. Leading up to the draft, General Manager Craig Conroy was armed with eleven draft picks.