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Kadri’s Deadline Trade Surprise: Why Both Avs and Flames Won

The Nazem Kadri trade came out of nowhere right at the deadline, and it didn’t feel like it was going to happen. For a couple of days, it looked like it was on, then everything went dead quiet, like it was dead, then bam — it was back to life.

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Nazem Kadri’s departure continues Craig Conroy’s Flames roster overhaul

A year ago, the Calgary Flames went into the trade deadline and didn’t do a thing. With their group pushing for a playoff spot, and having gone through a ton of changeover in the season or two prior, the decision was made to stand pat.

Nazem Kadri News / Field Level Media / March 6

Avalanche bring back F Nazem Kadri in swap with Flames

Veteran center Nazem Kadri, a key member of the Colorado Avalanche's 2022 Stanley Cup lineup, rejoined the franchise Friday via a trade with the Calgary Flames.

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

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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

Nazem Kadri News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Avalanche Acquire Nazem Kadri From Calgary Flames

We have potentially the trade of the deadline, with Nazem Kadri and a 2027 fourth-round pick being traded to the Colorado Avalanche. The Calgary Flames will receive a 2028 first-round pick, a 2027 second-round pick, Victor Olofsson and Max Curran.

Nazem Kadri News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Nazem Kadri will be a major difference-maker for the Avalanche

The Colorado Avalanche made the biggest splash of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, acquiring Nazem Kadri from the Calgary Flames just before the 3:00 PM ET deadline.

NHL News / Flamesnation / March 6

Flames acquire forward Brennan Othmann from the NY Rangers for Jacob Battaglia

The Calgary Flames have added some forward depth in a trade with the New York Rangers. Per multiple reports, the Flames have acquired forward Brennan Othmann from the Rangers in exchange for forward prospect Jacob Battaglia.

Ryan Strome News / The Win Column / March 6

Calgary Flames acquire Ryan Strome for a 7th-round draft pick

In a trade that came out of absolutely nowhere, the Flames made their first deal of trade deadline day, acquiring veteran centre Ryan Strome from the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for a 2027 7th-round pick.

Brennan Othmann News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Calgary Flames To Acquire Brennan Othmann

Trading away Nazem Kadri wasn’t the only thing the Calgary Flames did before the deadline. According to Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic, the Flames have acquired forward prospect Brennan Othmann from the New York Rangers.

Calgary Flames News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Calgary Flames Trade Stanley Cup Champion to Avalanche

The Calgary Flames have traded Nazem Kadri to the Colorado Avalanche. Kadri has been the subject of rumours in the NHL since it became obvious that the Flames are considering this to be a lost season.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Is a Nazem Kadri trade close? Are the Canadiens sending a big name back to Flames?

As the action continues on an active trade deadline day, one name to keep an eye on is Kadri.

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Craig Conroy News / The Hockey Writers / March 6

Craig Conroy Doing Excellent Work to Get Flames on Right Path

Craig Conroy was thrown right to the wolves in what is his first time as a general manager. Taking over for Brad Treliving, Conroy found himself with a veteran-filled Calgary Flames roster that had just missed the playoffs by 17 points.

Devin Cooley News / Flamesnation / March 6

Beyond the Boxscore: Devin Cooley kept things close, but not enough to topple visiting Senators

The Calgary Flames offence couldn’t generate much against the visiting Ottawa Senators, losing 4-1. CF% – 38.52%|| SCF% – 27.06%|| HDCF% – 18.02%|| xGF% – 28.49% It’s a Team Game – The game last night was truly uninspiring from the Calgary Flames side of things, and yet, after trading MacKenzie Weegar that sits perfectly alright with myself.

Nazem Kadri News / The Win Column / March 6

Analyzing which teams would be a fit for Nazem Kadri

The Flames are no doubt sellers this NHL trade deadline. The Flame that has dominated the rumour headlines the most has been Nazem Kadri. Despite Kadri’s 13-team NMC, reports have been floating around that he would want to go to a contender.

Jonathan Castagna News / Flamesnation / March 6

What the Flames are getting in Jonathan Castagna

On Wednesday afternoon, the Calgary Flames traded veteran defenceman MacKenzie Weegar to the Utah Mammoth in exchange for three 2nd round picks, NHL defenceman Olli Määttä, and centre prospect Jonathan Castagna. Castagna was drafted in the 3rd round, 70th overall, of the 2023 NHL draft.

Mackenzie Weegar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 6

MacKenzie Weegar trade grades for Mammoth, Flames

The MacKenzie Weegar era with the Calgary Flames, which began with a stunning blockbuster trade in the summer of 2022 from the Florida Panthers, officially came to a close this week when he was traded from the Flames to the Utah Mammoth.

Nazem Kadri News / Flamesnation / March 5

Salary retention holding up a Nazem Kadri trade: report

Rumours keep on swirling around the Calgary Flames as we approach Friday afternoon’s National Hockey League trade deadline. One of the most prominent Flames appearing in the rumour mill is veteran centre Nazem Kadri.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Canadiens Linked To Zach Whitecloud

The Canadiens have held discussions with the Flames around acquiring defenseman Zach Whitecloud from Calgary, Pierre LeBrun of TSN said on Thursday’s “Insider Trading.” He’s one name in a larger push from the Habs to add a right-shot rearguard for their playoff push, LeBrun said.

Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

Flames’ dream, nightmare scenario for 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

Barring what would be nothing short of a miraculous run in the last 20 games of the 2025-26 NHL regular season, combined with an epic collapse by all of the teams ahead of them in the standings, the Calgary Flames will once again be spectators for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Zach Whitecloud News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

15 teams ‘circling’ Flames on Zach Whitecloud trade

The Calgary Flames have decided to be sellers heading into the NHL Trade Deadline on March 6. They have already traded MacKenzie Weegar to the Utah Mammoth.

Mackenzie Weegar News / Breakaway on SI / March 5

Flames Get Olli Määttä and Draft Capital in MacKenzie Weegar Deal

The Calgary Flames made a significant move last night, trading veteran defenseman MacKenzie Weegar to the Utah Mammoth in exchange for defenseman Olli Määttä, prospect center Jonathan Castagna, and three second-round picks.

Mackenzie Weegar News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Grading the MacKenzie Weegar trade: Flames commit to rebuild, Utah makes a splash

After a few relatively quiet days, the NHL’s trade floodgates finally opened wide on Wednesday with less than 48 hours to go until the March 6 deadline.

Mackenzie Weegar News / Daily Faceoff / March 4

Mammoth acquire MacKenzie Weegar from Flames

The Utah Mammoth always love to make a big splash, and they’re doing it again on Wednesday. In a report first made by Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman, the Mammoth have acquired defenseman MacKenzie Weegar from the Calgary Flames in return for three second-round picks, defenseman Olli Maatta, and prospect center Jonathan Castagna.