Flames News & Rumours: Huberdeau, Parekh, Gridin & More
In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Jonathan Huberdeau was noticeably absent during player intros in the home opener this past week, fueling some speculation that he…
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5 Potential Backup Goalie Options for the Calgary Flames
The Calgary Flames need to address their backup goaltending. After losing Dan Vladar in free agency, they attempted to solidify the position by signing Ivan Prosvetov. Prosvetov, however, was cut…
Draisaitl Likely to Become Edmonton Oilers’ All-Time Goals Leader
When the Edmonton Oilers chose to draft Leon Draisaitl with the third-overall pick in the 2014 Draft, there were some pundits who believed it was the wrong decision. Many projected…
3 Takeaways From Flames’ 4-2 Loss to the Blues
The Calgary Flames put forth a strong effort on Saturday afternoon, but it wasn’t enough to earn them two points in their home opener. After going up 1-0 midway through…
Ekholm Extension Not the Steal Oilers Fans are Making it Out to Be
The Edmonton Oilers have gotten a ton done as of late. They not only extended Connor McDavid, but were also able to work out a seven-year contract with Jake Walman.…
Insider Questions Flames’ Decision Not to Grab Goalie off Waivers
Despite an impressive 2024-25 season, which saw them miss the playoffs by just a single point, outsiders have low expectations for the Calgary Flames once again. In fact, the vast…
McDavid’s Short-Term Deal Doesn’t Mean He’s Not Fully Committed to Oilers
On Monday, Connor McDavid finally put pen to paper on a contract extension that ensures he will remain an Edmonton Oiler through this season, at least. Though fans were hoping…
McDavid Gives Oilers Massive Break and Management Needs to Capitalize
The wait is finally over. After some tense months, the Edmonton Oilers were able to work out a contract extension with Connor McDavid. It’s a shorter-term deal than Oilers fans…
Flames News & Rumours: Huberdeau, Gridin, Miromanov & More
In this week’s edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Jonathan Huberdeau was forced to leave a preseason game against the Vancouver Canucks last Wednesday, and his timeline to return…
Flames Hurting Rebuild by Not Giving Young Players a Shot
The Calgary Flames have trimmed down their roster significantly as they prepare for the 2025-26 season. For the Flames, their regular season will get underway on Oct. 8 in a…