Craig Conroy: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Examining Craig Conroy’s best and worst moves as Flames GM so far

It’s been two years since Craig Conroy was named the GM of the Calgary Flames. His time with the team has certainly been filled with ups and downs, as he’s made his fair share of strong and questionable moves so far.

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What’s left for Craig Conroy to do before the 2025–26 season?

The 2025 offseason has come and gone quickly, with only a couple of weeks remaining before players report for training camp. To say it has been an uneventful offseason would be an understatement.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / August 16

Zayne Parekh has ‘great opportunity’ to make Flames’ roster according to GM Craig Conroy

Where Zayne Parekh will play hockey next season has been a hot topic around the league this summer. The dynamic defensive prospect was selected ninth overall in the 2024 NHL Draft by the Calgary Flames and has been one of the most productive OHL defencemen in recent memory, boasting a combined 203 points over the past two seasons.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / August 19

Dustin Wolf opens up about extension talks with Flames

Wes Gilbertson of the Calgary Herald: Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf when ask if there have been any contract extension talks. “They’re working, that’s about all I can really tell you.

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Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / August 14

'Stick to the plan': Breaking down what Craig Conroy’s 'plan' actually is

This has been a tranquil summer for the Calgary Flames organisation, with few moves made. The biggest thing that hasn’t happened is the expected Rasmus Andersson trade, but it appears that General Manager Craig Conroy is holding on, waiting for the right deal to emerge.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / August 12

Flames One of Worst Positioned Cap Teams Based on New Model

The Calgary Flames may have more than $15 million in cap space, but their entire salary-cap situation may not be in as good of shape as you’d expect. That

Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 8

Flames’ perfect move in 2025 NHL offseason

The Calgary Flames improved in 2024-25, but still missed the playoffs. There was an expectation that GM Craig Conroy could be aggressive this offseason to improve the team and make the playoffs in 2025-26.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / July 30

Craig Conroy and the Calgary Flames have had a good offseason

It’s been a very quiet offseason to this point in Calgary. The only trade Calgary Flames General Manager Craig Conroy has made since January 30 was a swap of seventh-round picks on day two of this year’s draft.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 25

How does the Flames’ 2025 draft class compare to 2024’s?

Friends, it goes without saying, but we’ll say it anyway: if the Calgary Flames are going to transform into a really good hockey team, they’ll need to do some primarily through the draft.

Calgary Flames News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 22

Grading Flames’ 2025 NHL Draft class

Craig Conroy, the general manager of the Calgary Flames, just completed his third draft as the GM. The Flames owned eight picks in the 2025 NHL Draft, including two in the first round.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 10

A statistical look at the Flames’ 2025 NHL Draft class

The Calgary Flames made eight selections at last weekend’s 2025 NHL Draft. It was the third draft with Craig Conroy as general manager. And for the second consecutive year, the feedback from the scouting community is that the Flames did a pretty good chop continuing to stock their cupboards.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 8

Revisiting Craig Conroy’s trades as Flames general manager

Folks, the 2025 NHL Draft was Craig Conroy’s third as general manager of the Calgary Flames. Since taking the helm, Conroy has made 14 trades. With the draft behind us, we have a decent sense of how Conroy’s many trades have shaped up.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

4 top-six forwards Maple Leafs should have on trade radar

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving wants to upgrade his top six, and in order to do so, a trade is very much expected at this point. The free-agent market is thin, and so are the Maple Leafs‘ wallets, as Treliving has just under $5 million in cap space left after the first few days of free agency.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 1

Rasmus Andersson Reportedly Eyeing Vegas, Kings and Canadiens

Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic: Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson only has a modified no-trade clause, but he does hold some power with being a UFA after next season and an acquiring team would likely want an extension in place.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 29

The Flames attempted to address their centre depth at 2025 NHL Draft

Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy inherited the big chair from his predecessor, Brad Treliving, in May 2023. Suffice it to say, the hockey club was in a transitional period, and it had some gaps in its reserve list.

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / June 28

Flames trade into seventh round, select centre Yan Matveiko at 211th overall in the 2025 NHL Draft

The Calgary Flames have made a trade and an eighth pick at the 2025 NHL Draft. Per PuckPedia, the Flames have traded their 2026 seventh-round pick to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for the 211th overall pick.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / February 3

Flames GM Craig Conroy Looking at Trade for Right-Shot Center

Despite the loss Saturday night, the Calgary Flames continue to hunt for the playoffs in the Western Conference, battling for the final wild-card spot.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / December 14

Trade buzz growing: Teams want several Calgary Flames players

With the Calgary Flames starting to come back to Earth after their red-hot start to the season, the trade chatter has picked up.

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Calgary Flames News / Athlon Sports / November 17

Flames GM Craig Conroy Reveals Trade Plans Ahead of Deadline

The Calgary Flames’ strong start to the season (9-6-3) may have slowed of late, but the team remains tied for third place in the Pacific Division with 21 points and is firmly in the playoff mix. General manager Craig Conroy, however, isn’t standing idle as he recently revealed his plans in the trade market before the deadline.

Calgary Flames News / Athlon Sports / November 13

Flames GM Reveals Trade Plans: 'Willing to Move Picks'

Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy is focused on bolstering the team’s future by targeting younger players in the trade market, even if it means moving valuable draft picks.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 28

Flames and Oilers trade for D-man would be a GM 'career-ender,' says scribe

For Flames GM Craig Conroy, this trade would be a monumental risk — and potentially a career-defining mistake.

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Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 18

Amid unexpected hot start, Flames looking to add center depth

Flames general manager Craig Conroy is considering restocking the cupboard instead of continuing to sell off pieces in a retool. A middle-six center is reportedly high on his list of desires.

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