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Flashback Friday: Looking at the Flames at the 1998 and 2002 Olympics

After Thursday’s slate of games, the National Hockey League officially reached the Olympic break. However, games in Milan, Italy, don’t begin until Feb.

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Series preview: Wranglers add NHL talent in time for Tucson Roadrunners series

The Calgary Wranglers play throughout the Olympic break starting with a home series against the Tucson Roadrunners this weekend. This will be the last couple of games before the players go on the AHL All-Star break for a few days then return to game action next weekend.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / February 6

10 stats that have defined the Calgary Flames 2025-26 season

As we enter the 2026 Olympic break, it’s a good time to look back on the 2025-26 season so far. For the Calgary Flames, it hasn’t been a fun season. The team has struggled to pick up wins behind the worst offence in the NHL, and currently sits 29th in the league heading into the break.

Shane Wright News / The Win Column / February 6

Would Shane Wright make sense for the Calgary Flames?

The Olympic trade freeze has officially taken effect. The Calgary Flames weren’t expected to be busy near this time, as they already got one major aspect of business done with the Rasmus Andersson trade.

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 6

The cavalry is arriving for the Wranglers at the nick of time

Good news, everybody! The 2026 Winter Olympics are here. The bad news is that the Calgary Flames don’t play games for three weeks. Heck, they can’t even practice until Feb.

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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 / February 5

Flames prospect roundup: Theo Stockselius and Yan Matveiko play with senior teams

Theo Stockselius and Yan Matveiko have started to get looks in the professional leagues. This is the Jan. 27 – Feb. 4 edition of the Flames prospect round-up, where we look at how Calgary Flames prospects have done every week.

Devin Cooley News / Flamesnation / February 5

Flames backup Devin Cooley gets sweet revenge over Oilers in pre-Olympic win

The first time Devin Cooley faced the Edmonton Oilers in his National Hockey League career was back on Apr. 15, 2024. It did not go well. “The last time I played these guys was with San Jose in the regular season, and we lost 9-1,” recalled Cooley.

Jonathan Huberdeau News / Field Level Media / February 5

Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau to have season-ending hip surgery

Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau is scheduled to undergo hip surgery in March and will miss the remainder of the season, the team announced Thursday.

NHL News / Flamesnation / February 5

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames defence excellent in 4-3 takedown of Oilers

The Battle of Alberta featured some rising temperatures, solid plays, and a Calgary Flames 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. CF% – 56.96%|| SCF% –

Jonathan Huberdeau News / NHL Trade Talk / February 5

Huberdeau Done: Set to Have Season-Ending Hip Surgery

Veteran forward Jonathan Huberdeau scored a goal in what turned out to be his last game of the 2025-26 season. On Wednesday night at Scotiabank Saddledome, Huberdeau opened the scoring with a power-play goal early in the first period, helping propel the Flames to a 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers in the Battle of Alberta.

Mackenzie Weegar News / The Win Column / February 5

Could the Calgary Flames consider trading MacKenzie Weegar?

The Olympic break is now here. At this point in the NHL season, we’re looking at the trade deadline right around the corner. Teams are now going into a full push for the playoffs.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / February 5

Between the Pipes: The Professional Path of Trevor Kidd

In the history of NHL drafts, the 1990 class remains a major talking point for goaltending scouts. The Calgary Flames selected Trevor Kidd 11th overall, famously taking him ahead of future legend Martin Brodeur.

Jonathan Huberdeau News / Daily Faceoff / February 5

Flames’ Jonathan Huberdeau to undergo hip surgery, will miss rest of 2025-26 season

Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season after undergoing hip resurfacing surgery. Huberdeau, 32, scored the opening goal in Calgary’s 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday evening.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 5

Flames injury news: Jonathan Huberdeau to have season-ending hip surgery, per Friedman

On Wednesday night, Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau played his best game in awhile, including scoring the opening goal for the club in what ended up being a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.

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Ryan Lomberg News / Breakaway on SI / February 5

Flames' Ryan Lomberg Hilariously Mocks Oilers Goalie

The Calgary Flames won the most recent Battle of Alberta, outlasting the Edmonton Oilers by a final score of 4-3. The Flames capitalized on the Oilers' mistakes throughout the contest, and played a resoundingly better game throughout their recent meeting.

Jonathan Huberdeau News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5

Jonathan Huberdeau To Undergo Season-Ending Hip Surgery

Calgary Flames star winger Jonathan Huberdeau has played in his final game of the 2025-26 season. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Huberdeau “needs hip surgery,” and will miss the rest of the year as a result.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 5

Flames assign Matvei Gridin and Hunter Brzustewicz to the AHL’s Wranglers for Olympic break

As expected, the Calgary Flames made a pair of roster moves following their final game before the Olympic break. Per the club, they’ve assigned forward Matvei Gridin and defenceman Hunter Brzustewicz to the American Hockey League’s Calgary Wranglers.

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 5

Flames take Battle of Alberta with tight win over Oilers

Ryan Lomberg broke a third-period tie and rookie Matvei Gridin scored once and added an assist to lead the host Calgary Flames to a 4-3 victory over the slumping Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday.

Nazem Kadri News / The Hockey Writers / February 4

Flames’ Nazem Kadri Open to Trade: Where Could He Land?

Nazem Kadri’s name entering the trade conversation could reshape the playoff race. According to recent chatter, the veteran center is rumoured to be open to a move if the right situation presents itself — and that alone is enough to spark interest across the NHL.

Blake Coleman News / NHL Trade Talk / February 4

Blake Coleman Trade From Flames Feels Imminent

The Calgary Flames are going to have some tough decisions to make before the trade deadline. While selling is the plan for Calgary, their decision to retain Rasmus Andersson and Jacob Markstrom leaves them with limited flexibility when dealing with some of their overpriced contracts.