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Putting Dustin Wolf’s new Flames extension in context

Last week, the Calgary Flames made a big splash, signing netminder Dustin Wolf to a gigantic seven year extension worth $7.5 million per season. In making that move, general manager Craig Conroy locked his team’s starting netminder in until 2032-33.

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Evaluating whether Matvei Gridin is a dark horse to make the Calgary Flames opening night roster

The Calgary Flames played their two games of their prospect showcase this past weekend against the Edmonton Oilers, and they came out with two wins. It was an exciting couple of games for Flames fans.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / September 16

Forward battles to watch during Calgary Flames training camp

As the new hockey season begins, there are certain spots on the Calgary Flames roster that are up for grabs, specifically within the forward core. There will be plenty of forward battles to keep an eye on early in training camp.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 16

Player roles may determine which defenders make the Flames roster

The two biggest questions heading into Calgary Flames training camp are a pair of developments related to the club’s blueline group. First, what does the future hold for blueliner and alternate captain Rasmus Andersson?

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 15

5 Wranglers storylines to follow going into the 2025-26 season

Another Calgary Wranglers season is within weeks and while select players are participating in rookie camp and hopefully main camp, the first look at this team as a whole won’t take place until early October.

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Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / September 15

A fantasy hockey breakdown for the Calgary Flames

With the 2025–26 NHL season on the horizon, it means fantasy hockey is also kicking off. The Calgary Flames weren’t exactly a goldmine of fantasy value last season, finishing 29th in the NHL in goals with only two players posting over 60 points.

NHL News / The Win Column / September 15

Three takeaways from the last Next Gen Showcase game between the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers

The Calgary Flames prospects completed the sweep of the Edmonton Oilers prospects, winning 5-4 Sunday afternoon. Many fans came out to watch the kids play, some of whom seem poised to take a roster spot at main camp later this week.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 15

Assessing every player at the Flames’ 2025 prospects training camp

The Calgary Flames have completed a sweep of the Edmonton Oilers, with the Flames’ youngsters beating Edmonton’s both on Friday night up north and Sunday afternoon in Calgary.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 14

Flames Post-Game: Flames prospects sweep Oilers in showcase series

The Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers played their second and final prospect showcase game on Sunday evening. The back half of this series was in Calgary and another high scoring game brought the Flames the weekend sweep.

Rasmus Andersson News / The Hockey Writers / September 14

Rasmus Andersson Trade Could Take a Surprising Turn

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson continues to dominate headlines in Calgary as speculation grows over his future with the organization. Following the news that young goalie Dustin Wolf signed a seven-year extension, Andersson’s situation remains unresolved, with trade rumors swirling even as training camp approaches.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 14

4 Flames prospects whose contracts could slide in 2025-26

Friends, it’s the fall, and we’re all starting to prepare for the onset of the 2025-26 Calgary Flames season. Every season, many young players begin their pro hockey journeys.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 13

Handicapping Flames camp battles ahead of 2025’s training camp

The Calgary Flames have 46 players on NHL contracts for the 2025-26 season, and all are going to be attending training camp. In theory, all 46 of these players have a chance at starting the season with the big club.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / September 13

An updated look at the Calgary Flames prospect pipeline at each position

As we head into the 2025–26 season, it’s time to look at an updated depth chart at each position in the Calgary Flames prospect pool. After a couple of years focusing on youth and retooling, the Flames possess one of the top prospect pipelines in the entire NHL.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / September 13

Three takeaways from the first Next Gen Showcase game

Hockey is officially back. Last night, the Calgary Flames’ rookies took on their Edmonton Oilers counterparts in the first of a two-game set. The season’s first installment of the Battle of Alberta went Calgary’s way.

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The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 13

Bold Calgary Flames predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

The Calgary Flames are preparing for an important 2025-26 season. The likes of Nazem Kadri and Dustin Wolf nearly led this team to a playoff spot as a rookie.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

Projecting Flames’ Forwards Point Totals for 2025-26 Season

This season, the Calgary Flames are looking to build on an impressive 2024-25 campaign. Despite missing the playoffs, the Flames exceeded expectations, missing the postseason by a single point.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 11

Jack Eichel not worried an extension hasn't been worked out

Dan Rosen of NHL.com: Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel is entering the final year of his eight-year, $80 million contract. Both sides are hoping an extension can get worked out.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / September 11

Calgary Flames’ 5 Best-Case Scenarios for 2025–26

The Calgary Flames were one of the biggest surprises of the 2024-25 NHL season. The fact is, they picked up 96 points, which is usually more than enough to lock down a playoff spot.

Calgary Flames News / Breakaway on SI / September 10

Flames Star Defenseman Clears Up Contract Rumors

While there has been no contract worked out between the Calgary Flames and their superstar defenseman, Rasmus Andersson, who is due for a new deal on July 1, 2026, he remains focused on having a better season in 2025-26 than he did last year.

Rasmus Andersson News / NHL Trade Talk / September 9

Rasmus Andersson Denies Fake Trade Rumors From Flames

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson is making headlines this week as speculation continues about his future with the team. Following the big news in Calgary that Dustin Wolf signed a seven-year extension and his future is cemented with the Flames, what happens with Andersson is still very much up in the air.

Dustin Wolf News / NHL Trade Talk / September 9

Flames Lock Up Dustin Wolf With Historic 7-Year Extension

The Calgary Flames have made a massive commitment to their future in net, signing goaltender Dustin Wolf to a seven-year, $52.5 million contract extension with an average annual value of $7.5 million.

Dustin Wolf News / Daily Faceoff / September 8

Flames’ Dustin Wolf on Olympic orientation snub: ‘It just creates fire’

One of the rising goaltenders in the game is speaking out on his potential omission from representing his country. When speaking to the media during the NHL Player Media Tour in Las Vegas, Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf was asked about being left off the roster for the U.S.