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This was the second worst October in Calgary Flames’ history

Halloween is officially behind us, and nobody is happier to see the end of the month than the Calgary Flames. The team ended the month with just six points in 12 games, the second-worst October on record for the team.

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Did the Flames jump the gun on extending head coach Ryan Huska?

Maybe the best word to describe the Calgary Flames’ recent head-coaching history is “turbulent.” The highs and lows of Bob Hartley, the rather forgettable Glen Gulutzan era, the tumultuous reign of Bill Peters, the Geoff Ward debacle, and the anticlimactic return of Darryl Sutter are what preceded current bench boss Ryan Huska.

Ryan Huska News / The Hockey Writers / October 31

Calgary Flames Coach Ryan Huska Might Be on the Hot Seat

It’s already become very expected to see a loss when looking up a box score from a Calgary Flames game on any given night. They have been struggling right from the get go to begin the 2025-26 season, and things didn’t get any better for them on Thursday night versus the Ottawa Senators.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / October 31

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames continue to fall just short in 4-3 shootout loss to Ottawa

The Calgary Flames’ offence continued to play some quality hockey but could not translate that into a win as they fall 4-3 in a shootout to Ottawa. CF% – 59.09%|| SCF% – 62.92%|| HDCF% – 59.9%|| xGF% – 58.19% It’s a Team Game – The Calgary Flames have been playing some good hockey, but every single game they are running into new ways to lose.

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Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / October 31

How the Calgary Flames can become contenders again if the 2025-26 season is truly lost

The Calgary Flames have had a very ugly start to the season. They currently sit with a record of 2–8–2, leaving them at the bottom of the league. The offence isn’t flowing, they’re playing low-event hockey, and Dustin Wolf hasn’t performed his best quite yet.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / October 31

Calgary Flames players and their monster counterparts

Halloween is here, and nothing has been scarier this season than the Calgary Flames play on the ice. Sitting last place in the NHL and hanging onto their playoff hopes by a thread, it’s time to lighten the mood a bit and have some fun.

Nazem Kadri News / The Sick Podcast / October 31

Is Nazem Kadri Actually Worth Paying A High Price?

Over the past few days, there have been many rumours linking the Montreal Canadiens to Calgary Flames centre Nazem Kadri. It was also reported that Kadri does not have the Habs on his 13-team no-trade list, meaning he’d be willing to accept a trade to join the Canadiens.

NHL News / Flamesnation / October 31

Flames ready to close the book on a disappointing October after shootout loss to Senators

The first month of a new National Hockey League season can be like a mystery box: it’s never quite clear how things are going to shape up. A year ago, the Flames went 5-4-1 in October and surprised the hockey world by nestling themselves snugly in the playoff pack – somewhere they stayed pretty much until the bitter end.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 31

3 Takeaways From Flames’ 4-3 Shootout Loss to the Senators

The Calgary Flames nightmarish start to the season continued on Thursday night, as they fell to the Ottawa Senators in a shootout by a 4-3 final. With the loss, the Flames are now 2-8-2 on the season, which is the worst record in the entire NHL.

NHL News / Flamesnation / October 30

Instant Reaction: Flames gain a point against the Senators

After playing a pretty decent game but finding ways to lose on Tuesday in Toronto, the Calgary Flames faced off against the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night in the second game of their four game eastern trek.

Yegor Sharangovich News / Flamesnation / October 30

Yegor Sharangovich records 200th NHL point with opening goal vs. Senators

Calgary Flames forward Yegor Sharangovich recorded the 200th point of his National Hockey League career with the opening goal of Thursday’s game against the Ottawa Senators.

Nazem Kadri News / Daily Faceoff / October 30

The Flames are in no rush to move Kadri

It’s been a disappointing start to the season for the Calgary Flames, to say the least. After earning 96 points and barely missing the playoffs last year, Calgary entered this year with their sights on 100 points and a postseason berth.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 30

NHL Predictions All-Canadian Edition with the Calgary Flames at the Ottawa Senators

Welcome to an all-Canadian edition of NHL Predictions with us here at Last Word On Hockey. Check out our statistical breakdown, analysis, storylines, and predictions for not just this one, but games all season long.

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Nazem Kadri News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

4 Potential Trade Destinations for Flames’ Nazem Kadri

The Calgary Flames could be meeting a crossroads with their best forward in Nazem Kadri. The 34-year-old, who is under contract through the 2028-29 season, was recently revealed to have a 13-team no-trade clause.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / October 27

Where does Matt Coronato fit in the Flames lineup right now?

It’s been a difficult start to the season for the Calgary Flames. With just two wins in ten games, Calgary sits alone at the bottom of the Pacific Division standings, and now players that were supposed to be relied upon are getting scratched.