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Flames sign defenceman Simon Nemec to five year contract ($7.25 million AAV)

Craig Conroy’s off-season to-do list just had a major item crossed off. On Monday, the Calgary Flames announced they’ve signed restricted free agent defenceman Simon Nemec to a five year contract with a $7.25 million average annual value.

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Welcome to the audition phase of Flames hockey

Folks, if you’ve been following the Calgary Flames over the past three or four years, you’ve seen a ton of changes. Key players have departed. A slew of draft selections have been made.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / July 6

Getting to know Calgary Flames 2026 second-round pick Alan Shaikhlislamov

With their this and final pick in the second round at the 2026 NHL Draft, the Calgary Flames selected winger Alan Shaikhlislamov out of the MHL at 55th overall.

Jacob Middleton News / Flamesnation / July 5

What can Jacob Middleton bring to the Calgary Flames?

The Calgary Flames continued their move in a youthful direction on July 2, trading Flames workhorse Blake Coleman and newcomer Olli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for defenceman Jacob Middleton and some draft capital.

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In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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Ryan Lomberg News / The Win Column / July 5

Grading Ryan Lomberg’s tenure as a Calgary Flame

The “Lomberghini” has officially peeled out of Calgary. Lomberg inked a two-year deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets on July 1. Lomberg was and always will be a massive fan favourite amongst Flames fans, and a huge ambassador for the city of Calgary overall.

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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.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 5

Craig Conroy’s Flames have made 11 trades that drastically transformed their team

On Thursday, the Calgary Flames traded Blake Coleman to the Minnesota Wild. In a vacuum, it’s a pretty important trade, moving a big part of the lineup – on and off the ice – to a contender for future assets.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 4

6 standouts from the Flames’ 2026 prospect development camp

Another Calgary Flames prospect development camp is in the books. The fans who packed WinSport this past week were treated to a dazzling display of talent on the ice; the media got to hear from general manager Craig Conroy on three consecutive days, while also being introduced to some truly impressive young stars in the making.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 4

An attempt at an early July depth chart for the 2026-27 Calgary Flames

Friends, the Calgary Flames have gotten through the busiest time of the National Hockey League’s calendar, navigating the two days of the 2026 NHL Draft, the opening of free agency, and the frenzy of trades we’ve seen surrounding both of those events.

Demetrios Koumontzis News / Inside The Rink / July 5

ECHL: Greensboro Gargoyles Bring Back Demetrios Koumontzis

The Greensboro Gargoyles have announced the return of Demetrios Koumontzis for the upcoming ECHL season. Before turning pro, Koumontzis played for an extremely well-known university located in Tempe, Arizona.

Calgary Flames News / Professor Press Box / July 3

What Should Flames' Fans Expect from Jake Middleton?

The Calgary Flames added a familiar type of NHL defenceman in Jake Middleton. But if Flames fans are looking for offence, they are probably looking in the wrong place.

Theo Stockselius News / Flamesnation / July 3

Flames prospects Theo Stockselius and Tobias Trejbal named to summer World Junior camp rosters

A pair of Calgary Flames prospects will be heading to summer World Junior evaluation camps for their countries. Earlier this week, it was announced by the Swedish Ice Hockey Association that forward Theo Stockselius will be part of Sweden’s roster for the upcoming World Junior Summer Showcase in late July in Windsor, Ontario.

Connor Zary News / The Win Column / July 3

Connor Zary reportedly hasn’t generated much trade interest

Connor Zary was once considered to be a future core piece for the Calgary Flames, but that doesn’t seem to be the case anymore. Trade rumours surrounding the 24-year-old have been prevalent, as both the team and the player potentially look to move on.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2

Flames Trade Coleman, Maatta to Wild for Jake Middleton

According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, “Hearing Jake Middleton has been traded by the Wild to Calgary.” He adds, “Coleman and Maatta return.” Elliotte Friedman has confirmed the deal, noting that Calgary is also getting picks back as part of the trade.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Flames’ 2026-27 Roster Projection 1.0: Post Draft & Free Agency

We are through the busiest week of the NHL’s offseason. The 2026 NHL Entry Draft and July 1’s Free Agent Frenzy are behind us, which means we now have a clearer picture of each team’s outlook as we move closer to the 2026-27 season.

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Flames sign Mike Benning to one-year contract

The Calgary Flames continue to add depth on defense. As reported by Darren Dreger, the Flames signed defenseman Mike Benning on Wednesday to a one-year, two-way contract.

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2026 NHL Draft: Top 30 players remaining heading into Day 2

BUFFALO – The first day of the 2026 NHL Draft is complete – and boy, it was slow. A total of 32 NHL players heard their names called on Friday night in Buffalo, including 25 in Daily Faceoff’s top 32 draft rankings.