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We are back with the latest and greatest of NHL Rumours, even if it is during the slow time of the year. For today’s edition, we travel to the home of the great Calgary Stampede and the hockey team the Flames.

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Flames release 2025-26 regular season schedule

After a bit of a wait, the National Hockey League released the 2025-26 regular season schedule! The Calgary Flames’ next 82 regular season games have been unveiled, representing their second-last season at the historic Scotiabank Saddledome.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / July 16

Maple Leafs and Flames Players on Waivers Officially Learn Their Fate

On Tuesday we saw two young players placed on waivers, and now both Calgary's Joni Jurmo and Toronto's Ty Voit have learned their NHL fates on Wednesday after both officially cleared through waivers, becoming free agents.

Nazem Kadri News / Flamesnation / July 16

The Flames’ best goals of 2024-25: Nazem Kadri scores a beauty against Canucks

The 2024-25 Calgary Flames season has come and gone. With the expectations of being towards the bottom of the standings at season’s end, the Flames surprised everyone by missing the post-season on a tie-breaker, despite finishing the season with 96 points.

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Craig Conroy News / The Win Column / July 16

Two years in: Grading Craig Conroy’s trades as Calgary Flames general manager

With the NHL draft and free agency in the rearview mirror, Calgary Flames General Manager Craig Conroy now has one primary goal for the rest of the summer.

Cullen Potter News / Flamesnation / July 16

Flames prospect Cullen Potter is following in his parents’ footsteps, but in his own unique way

In ways both big and small, we’re all influenced by our parents. When your parents are high performers in their industries, there can be the pull – if not the outright pressure – to follow in their footsteps.

Nazem Kadri News / House of Hockey / July 15

Calgary Flames Caught in a Lie Trying to Raise Nazem Kadri's Trade Value

NHL analyst Jimmy Murphy has exposed the Calgary Flames for potentially trying to increase the price on what they could get in return for trading Nazem Kadri.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 15

Flames Want Top Winger in Doable Andersson Trade with Stars

What happened after the Dallas Stars traded away Matt Dumba adds another checkmark in the win column for Kyle Dubas and the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, according to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, the storyline coming out of that trade might be what it does for Dallas, who would love to add another defenseman to their mix.

Nazem Kadri News / House of Hockey / July 15

Second Canadian Team Emerges as Frontrunner for Nazem Kadri: Would Reportedly Waive No-Move Clause

The Maple Leafs are no longer the frontrunners to land Flames' Nazem Kadri, as the Canadiens have emerged as a second Canadian club right in the mix. NHL insider Nick Kypreos has revealed that Nazem Kadri has been linked to a new Canadian team.

Joni Jurmo News / Flamesnation / July 15

Report: Flames place prospect Joni Jurmo on unconditional waivers to terminate contract

The Calgary Flames have reportedly placed defensive prospect Joni Jurmo on unconditional waivers to terminate his contract, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Leafs’ Ty Voit, Flames’ Joni Jurmo on unconditional waivers

A couple of players are on their way to becoming free agents. On Tuesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs placed forward Ty Voit on unconditional waivers for the purpose of contract termination.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Lack of Elite Talent Drives Flames’ Need to Adjust Offensive Philosophy

The Calgary Flames lack high-end offensive talent. In 2024-25, the Flames scored the fourth-fewest goals and were credited with the ninth-fewest expected goals.

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Rasmus Andersson News / Flamesnation / July 15

The Flames and Stars are perfect trade partners for Rasmus Andersson

It’s looking like Rasmus Andersson’s time in Calgary is coming to an end. The Flames and their 28 year old defenceman are reportedly far apart on extension talks.

Samuel Honzek News / The Win Column / July 15

2025 Calgary Flames Prospect Rankings: Honourable Mention, Samuel Honzek

Welcome back to The Win Column Calgary Flames Prospect Rankings. We begin with an honourable mention: Samuel Honzek, who was drafted by the Flames 16th overall two seasons ago.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / July 15

An early look at the 2025–26 Calgary Flames projected lineup

It has come to the point in the summer where very little is happening in terms of news in the hockey world. The Calgary Flames have made some internal signings when it has come their restricted free agents, and we are still waiting for Connor Zary and his contract to get sorted out.

Aidan Lane News / Flamesnation / July 15

After a whirlwind draft year, Flames sixth-rounder Aidan Lane is off to Harvard

It’s almost become a cliche to describe a player’s draft year experience as wild or weird. The hockey world is pretty chaotic at times, and this past season especially so, given the gigantic wrench the NCAA threw into the works in November when they opened things up to Canadian major junior players.

Nazem Kadri News / House of Hockey / July 14

'Why Not Talk About It?': Nazem Kadri Boldly Addresses Trade Rumours in New Interview

Calgary Flames star Nazem Kadri has been at the forefront of NHL trade rumours over the past weeks, mainly focused on a reunion with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Rasmus Andersson News / NHL Trade Talk / July 13

Why Rasmus Andersson’s Trade List Could Derail Flames’ Plans

The future of Rasmus Andersson in Calgary remains one of the key storylines to watch this offseason. There are conflicting reports about his status with the team and his willingness to be traded, which may limit his list of potential extension destinations to only one team.

Connor Zary News / The Hockey Writers / July 12

Projecting Connor Zary’s Contract Extension With the Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames have been relatively quiet to start the offseason. However, their biggest priority still needs attention. Connor Zary, the Flames’ first-round pick of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, remains without a contract and is currently a restricted free agent.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / July 10

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Calgary Flames’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Calgary Flames News / Last Word On Sports / July 10

Summer Series: Calgary Flames Defining Moment

Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league.