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Flames select Keaton Verhoeff in The Athletic’s latest 2026 NHL Draft mock

Less than four weeks out from the 2026 NHL Draft, the full first-round order is nearly set. This year, the Calgary Flames will select sixth overall, after falling two spots through the draft lottery.

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The Flames have lost the rights to 2024 draft choice Hunter Laing

As the Calgary Flames keep adding to their prospect base via draft selections, trades and signings, they’re going to be forced into making some tough decisions to stay compliant with the National Hockey League’s 50 contract limit.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 1

FN Draft Profiles: Towering Russian defender Nikita Shcherbakov could add to the Flames’ blueline

One interesting trend for the Calgary Flames over the past few years has been the influx of Russian-born players into the organization, to the point where

Artem Grushnikov News / Flamesnation / June 1

FN AHL Report Cards: Artem Grushnikov had a chance to move up in the defensive depth chart

With the many changes on the blue line for the Calgary Wranglers last season, Artem Grushnikov was one of the more seasoned blueliners who seemed to have the opportunity to benefit the most.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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Cale Makar News / The Win Column / June 1

Could the Calgary Flames have a real shot at signing Cale Makar in 2027?

Free agency in 2027 has the chance to be one of the best classes we have ever seen. With the likes of Sidney Crosby, Quinn Hughes and Nikita Kucherov all set to become free agents at the end of the 2026–27 season, those are all huge names.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Suggested Trade Sees Flames Land Struggling Blackhawks Defender in Draft Day Deal

The Calgary Flames and Chicago Blackhawks both missed the playoffs last season, but it seems as though the Flames are going to be remaining in a rebuild for a few more seasons, while the Blackhawks are trying to get back into contention as soon as next season, but realistically, within the next two seasons.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 31

World Championships Recap Day 15: Flames’ Määttä Wins Gold at 2026 IIHF World Championship

Olli Määttä now has a gold medal on his resume. Sunday was the final day of the 2026 IIHF World Championship, with two Calgary Flames defencemen in action.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 31

Every Slovak player ever drafted by the Calgary Flames

Folks, if there’s a single country that’s had a glow-up in terms of producing high-end National Hockey League prospects in the last decade or so, it’s Slovakia.

NHL News / The Win Column / May 31

Calgary Flames 2028 Draft: How Vegas’ success alters the rebuild

The Las Vegas Golden Knights will appear in the 2026 Stanley Cup final after sweeping the Avs. They will face the Carolina Hurricanes, who beat the Montreal Canadiens 4–1.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 31

FN Draft Profiles: Could the Flames select 17-year-old Russian centre Ilia Morozov?

With the NCAA’s change in their eligibility rules just over a year ago, the options for up-and-coming hockey players changed considerably. Previously it was pretty uncommon to have a player head to college hockey as a 17-year-old to play their draft year.

Zach Whitecloud News / Flamesnation / May 31

World Championships Recap Day 14: Flames’ Whitecloud, Maatta to play for IIHF medals in Sunday’s finale

Two Calgary Flames will play for a medal on Sunday. Saturday was the penultimate day of the 2026 IIHF World Championships, as the remaining four teams played to determine who’ll play for the gold on Sunday.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 30

FN Draft Profiles: Slovak centre Tomas Chrenko could be a fit for the Flames

Every few years, one of the countries in the global hockey world seems to mature, step up, and become a force. Over the last decade or so, you could make a case that Slovakia has really found its footing in the international hockey sphere and become a country that produces some really strong talent for the NHL Draft.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 30

8 obscure countries in Calgary Flames NHL draft history

Gang, the 2026 NHL Draft is just around the corner – less than a month away, in fact. Hockey is a global game, and it’s become even more so over the past few decades.

Zach Whitecloud News / Flamesnation / May 30

World Championships Recap Day 13: Flames’ Whitecloud, Maatta to meet in semi-final round

Two Calgary Flames will have a chance to win a medal at the 2026 IIHF World Championships. The playoff round of the 2026 IIHF World Championships began on Thursday, with four Flames in action.

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Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 29

3 Flames trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The Calgary Flames were among the worst teams in the NHL, heading into the offseason as an afterthought in the trade market. They made some of the biggest deals of the deadline, sending Rasmus Andersson to the Vegas Golden Knights and Nazem Kadri to the Colorado Avalanche.

Etienne Morin News / Flamesnation / May 29

FN AHL Report Cards: Etienne Morin showed growth and confidence in back half of the season

Etienne Morin came to Calgary for his first professional season after a one game preview with the Wranglers in 2024-25 and four years with the QMJHL’s Moncton Wildcats.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 29

Who’s the ideal 6th overall pick for the Flames at the 2026 NHL Draft?

It’s been a pretty hectic spring so far for several of Canada’s National Hockey League clubs. The Vancouver Canucks have a new management team and are hiring a new coaching staff after a horrible season, as are the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Connor Zary News / The Win Column / May 29

No, Connor Zary does not need a fresh start elsewhere

Those were reportedly the parting words from Calgary Flames head coach Darryl Sutter to Sam Bennett as he packed his bags for Sunrise to join the Florida Panthers.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / May 29

FN Draft Profiles: WHL playmaker Markus Ruck could be the forward the Flames need

The Ruck Twins, Liam and Markus of the Medicine Hat Tigers, have been making headlines in the hockey world lately, with their equally impressive skill and the fact that they have rarely (if ever) played on a different team in their entire hockey careers.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Calgary Flames’ Targets With No. 6 Pick in 2026 NHL Draft

The Calgary Flames are loaded with eight picks in the first three rounds of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. Over the next few days, we’ll look at some prospects the Flames should target, starting with the most important: the sixth overall pick.

Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 27

Free Agent Focus: Calgary Flames

Free agency is just over a month away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

2 More Calgary Flames Players Who Should Be Untouchable

Anthony Di Marco of Daily Faceoff recently reported that the Calgary Flames have four untouchable players on their roster, but are open to conversations about anyone else, according to sources.

Kirill Zarubin News / Daily Faceoff / May 22

Flames sign Kirill Zarubin to three-year, entry-level contract

The Calgary Flames have signed goaltending prospect Kirill Zarubin to a three-year, entry-level contract, the club announced Friday afternoon. Zarubin,