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FN’s mid-season Flames prospect updates: Sam Honzek

In the 2024-25 season, Sam Honzek earned an opening night spot on the Calgary Flames roster. This was a huge accomplishment for the Flames’ 2023 first round pick and while it was a brief five game stint due to injury, the confidence the Flames portrayed with this move made a statement.

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Martin Pospisil reunited with World Championship linemates at Slovakia’s first Olympic practice

On Monday, Calgary Flames forward Martin Pospisil did something a lot of young hockey players only dream of: he hit the practice ice at the Winter Olympics for the very first time.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / February 10

Hip resurfacing surgery in the NHL: What to expect for Jonathan Huberdeau

Despite the Calgary Flames winning a close game to take the season series against their provincial rival, the Edmonton Oilers, the 2025–26 season has been utterly disappointing.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / February 10

An updated look at the top 10 for the 2026 NHL draft

The 2026 NHL draft is roughly five months away, but it still stands as a hot commodity. Especially for the Calgary Flames, who have found themselves near the bottom of the standings for the majority of the season.

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The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 10

FN’s mid-season Flames prospect updates: Mace’o Phillips

The Calgary Flames went into the 2025 NHL Draft with a pretty clear aim. Entering the festivities low on centres as an organization, they selected Victoria Royals centre Cole Reschny at 18th overall.

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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 9

What would a Flames all time Team Europe look like?

In the spirit of best-on-best Olympic hockey, I thought it would be fun to explore what various all-time Calgary Flames teams might look like when broken down by country.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / February 9

Two Quality Centers May Hurt Return for Flames in Kadri Trade

Over the past few seasons, the Calgary Flames have made several difficult decisions as their retooling/rebuilding continues. They’ve moved out veterans like Noah Hanifin, Elias Lindholm, Jacob Markstrom, Tyler Toffoli, Chris Tanev, and, most recently, Rasmus Andersson.

Ethan Wyttenbach News / Flamesnation / February 9

Ethan Wyttenbach’s insane freshman season is worthy of the Hobey Baker Award

Ethan Wyttenbach is on another planet. There’s really no other way to describe what the 18-year-old has done in his freshman season with the Quinnipiac Bobcats.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / February 9

The Calgary Flames should give Ryan Lomberg a contract extension

After trading Rasmus Andersson, the Flames have one remaining pending unrestricted free agent in Ryan Lomberg (Jake Bean is also a UFA, but has been out with injury since December and has no expectations to return this year).

Calgary Flames News / Professor Press Box / February 9

By the Numbers: ’89 —The Stanley Cup Stays in Alberta, But Travels South

For any hockey fan in Calgary, the number "89" isn't just a number—it’s a badge of honour. It marks the year the Calgary Flames won the Stanley Cup; setting a legacy that still defines the organization today.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 8

What would a Flames all time Team USA look like?

The Calgary Flames have had their fair share of American-born players suit up over the course of the franchise’s history. Along with that has come a number of stars, whether they found that stardom in Calgary or elsewhere during their NHL careers.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 8

Roman Cervenka named captain of Czechia’s Olympic men’s hockey team

HC Dynamo Pardubice forward Roman Cervenka has been named captain of Czechia’s men’s national team for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Cervenka, 40, has 17 goals and 56 points in 40 games with Pardubice so far in the 2025-26 Czech League season.

Martin Pospisil News / Flamesnation / February 8

What does a successful Olympics for Martin Pospisil look like?

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy have begun, friends, and the Calgary Flames have one player representing them in the men’s hockey tournament: forward Martin Pospisil, with the Slovakian national team.

Cole Reschny News / Flamesnation / February 8

Flames prospect Cole Reschny exits North Dakota game with injury

Calgary Flames prospect and North Dakota Fighting Hawks centre Cole Reschny exited Saturday’s game against the Minnesota-Duluth Bulldogs after being knocked hard into the boards late in the second period.

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The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz

The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz

The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / February 8

Calgary Flames 7 game check in: Embrace the pain

We return with out 7 game check in series, as we check in on what’s been going on with the Calgary Flames throughout this stretch. With the Olympic break currently in progress, the Flames won’t be back in action till later this month.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / February 7

Sketching out how the Flames’ forward lineup could look after the Olympics

The Calgary Flames defeated the Edmonton Oilers by a 4-3 final score in the last Battle of Alberta of the 2025-26 season series on Wednesday night, but we already know their forward lineup will look different the next time they hit the ice.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / February 7

Why are the Calgary Flames boring to watch this season?

So far, this has been an extremely boring season for the Calgary Flames. There is no energy in the Saddledome, and the team does not do any better on the road.

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.

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.

Justin Kirkland News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 1

Calgary Flames Place Justin Kirkland On Waivers

The Calgary Flames have placed forward Justin Kirkland on waivers, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. This is Kirkland’s second waiver placement of the year, as he was also waived in November.