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Flames humbled in ’embarrassing’ season-opening loss to Kraken

The Calgary Flames began their final regular season of hockey at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday night against the Seattle Kraken, and it was a game they would all probably prefer to forget.

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Instant Reaction: Flames devoured by Kraken on opening night

The Calgary Flames opened their 2026-27 regular season schedule on Thursday night when they hosted the Seattle Kraken at the Scotiabank Saddledome. It wasn’t a great night for the home side.

Derek Forbort News / Flamesnation / October 1

Former Flames defenseman Derek Forbort signs PTO with Wranglers

The AHL’s Calgary Wranglers have agreed to terms with veteran defenseman Derek Forbort on a professional tryout contract, the club announced Thursday afternoon.

Calgary Flames News / Flame for Thought / October 1

Wranglers Sign Former Calgary Flames Defenseman to a PTO

The Calgary Flames haven't had the most busy off-season, and beyond trades to acquire Simon Nemec and deal Blake Coleman, there haven't been many significant moves that will effect the team at the NHL level moving forward.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Morgan Frost News / The Hockey Writers / October 1

Flames’ Morgan Frost’s Future Contract Entirely in His Hands This Season

Morgan Frost is coming off his most productive season yet after eclipsing the 20-goal mark for the first time in his career. He added 21 assists for 43 points, his second-best season yet.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Calgary Flames News / Flame for Thought / October 1

Did the Calgary Flames Get Their Opening Night Lineup Right?

After months of waiting, the Calgary Flames are officially back, as the final ever season opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome will take place on Thursday night with a battle against the Pacific Division rival Seattle Kraken.

Calgary Flames News / Flame for Thought / October 1

10 Predictions for the Calgary Flames in 2026/27

The Calgary Flames have been one of the NHL's most mediocre teams for a number of years now, but after picking their direction and struggling in 2025/26, the team are firmly committed to potentially the first full rebuild in the history of the franchise.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / October 1

Over or under? Analyzing The Athletic’s Calgary Flames point projections

Dom Luszczyszyn’s yearly fantasy hockey point projections are here for the 2026-27 season, and if Dom is correct, the Calgary Flames won’t be scoring many goals this season.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / October 1

Can the Flames carry over their momentum from last season?

The 2025-26 season was a bit weird for the Calgary Flames. The season began with the hockey world wondering if the Flames could somehow get that one additional point that kept them out of the playoffs the prior season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / September 30

Flames face Kraken, out to ride wave of last home opener at Saddledome

The Calgary Flames believe the final home opener at the Saddledome will give them an extra boost. With their new arena slated to be ready in time for next season, the Flames kick off one last campaign in the iconic building when they host the Seattle Kraken on Thursday.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / September 30

Flames Prospect Round-up: Mace’o Phillips scored first WHL goal

Hockey is officially back, as the National Hockey League kicked off on Tuesday evening. While the Flames don’t begin their season until Thursday evening, their prospects in the Canadian Hockey League and overseas have been playing for a few weeks now.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Dustin Wolf News / Professor Press Box / September 30

Dustin Wolf Is the Most Interesting Flame to Watch This Season

Dustin Wolf could be the most interesting Calgary Flames player in Thursday night’s season opener. It wasn't a surprise that he was named the starting goalie; the announcement isn’t really hot news.

Chase Harrington News / Daily Faceoff / September 29

Flames sign Chase Harrington to three-year, entry-level contract

The Calgary Flames have agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract with forward prospect Chase Harrington, the club announced Tuesday afternoon.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

5 of the Most Memorable Flames Moments in Saddledome History

The rodeo may be coming to a close following the end of the season for the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome, but these historic moments will live on forever. When the Flames arrived in Calgary in 1980 after leaving Atlanta, their original home was the Stampede Corral, which only had a capacity of 8,700, below NHL standards.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / September 29

Calgary Flames Would a Be Great Fit for Kirby Dach

It’s been no secret that the Calgary Flames would like to add a young, talented centre to the organization. General manager (GM) Craig Conroy hasn’t been shy about sharing that desire, and it’s quite obvious why.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / September 29

5 Burning questions facing the Calgary Flames heading into 2026-27

The 2026-27 season is fast approaching, and it should be an interesting one in Calgary. The Flames enter the year as an unquestioned bottom feeder, with the lowest expectations we’ve seen in years.