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With the NHL trade deadline in the past, the Flames have started the final stretch of the season with a new look to their roster and a bolstered pool of prospects and draft capital.

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Beyond the Boxscore: Flames take advantage of old pal Markstrom in 5-4 win over Devils

The Calgary Flames kept their noses down and worked hard on their way to a 5-4 victory in New Jersey. CF% – 48.18%|| SCF% – 42.47%|| HDCF% – 56.55%|| xGF% – 54.38% It’s a Team Game – The New Jersey Devils started the game flying, spending a lot of time making Wolf work early.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 12

Flames hold on for win over struggling Devils

Mikael Backlund scored a key third-period goal for his 600th point, and John Beecher had two goals, as the visiting Calgary Flames held on for a 5-4 win over the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night in Newark, N.J.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'Most 30-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

Mikael Backlund News / Flamesnation / March 12

Mikael Backlund records 600th NHL point with goal in New Jersey

Calgary Flames captain Mikael Backlund recorded the 600th point of his National Hockey League career with a goal against the New Jersey Devils on Thursday evening.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Calgary Flames Sign Undrafted Free Agent out of NCAA

The Calgary Flames made a splash in the NCAA free agent market. They have signed undrafted free agent Tyson Gross out of St. Cloud State. The contract is a two-way, two year contract with an average annual value of $975,000.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 12

Are the Flames setting up to make franchise draft history?

As we look forward to June and the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, Calgary Flames fans have a lot to anticipate. As the Flames enter into a rebuild, this season’s draft might be their chance to expedite this seemingly unending rebuild.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 12

Flames sign college free agent Tyson Gross to entry-level deal: report

It sounds like a Calgary kid, and the top player available in this year’s college free agency class, has signed with his hometown team. Per multiple reports, most notably from Sportsnet’s Eric Francis, the Calgary Flames have signed college free agent centre Tyson Gross to an entry-level contract.

Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

Flames sign sought-after NCAA free agent, Alberta native from St Cloud State

The Calgary Flames are probably not having the season they wanted, as they’re near the bottom of the Pacific Division with a 25-32 record. They were in trade rumors before the deadline, but it would have taken a lot for them to get out of that hole if they wanted to be buyers.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / March 12

Calgary Flames sign college free agent Tyson Gross

After rampant speculation that the Flames were closing in as the favourites to land hometown NCAA free agent Tyson Gross, the signing has been made official this morning.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 12

The Flames 2026 trade deadline sets them up nicely for the future

The Calgary Flames rebuild is coming along nicely. Last week was a busy one for the Flames. Earlier in January, they moved Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights for a first and a second, prospect Abram Wiebe, and Zach Whitecloud.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / March 12

Report: Flames sign NCAA free agent Tyson Gross to entry-level contract

The Calgary Flames have signed top NCAA unrestricted free agent Tyson Gross to an entry-level contract, the club announced, according to Sportsnet’s Eric Francis.

Kent Johnson News / The Win Column / March 12

Calgary Flames offseason trade target: Kent Johnson

The trade deadline is now behind us, and for the Calgary Flames, they’re on track to miss the playoffs for the fourth season in a row. With that being said, focus can now be shifted towards the offseason, as the Flames have a chance to be busy during the summer.

Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11

Flames Linked To Tyson Gross

Calgary native Tyson Gross is one of the top undrafted free agents available coming out of college this season. His hometown Flames are on the shortlist of teams the center is considering signing with, and he will make his decision in the next few days, Eric Francis of Sportsnet reports.