Calgary Flames

Equipment got kids on the ice, players got them out of their shells

By: Chris Lomon

To the casual observer, it would appear to have been nothing more than a group of young people meeting their hockey idols. It was much more meaningful.

December 10, 2019

Matt Stajan announces retirement after 14 NHL seasons

By: NHLPA Staff

Matt Stajan has announced his retirement from professional hockey today following 14 seasons playing in the National Hockey League (NHL).

December 3, 2019

One minute with Elias Lindholm

By: NHLPA Staff

Elias Lindholm has a crafty way of ensuring he nails the words at karaoke.

December 2, 2019

'We move on': Flames head coach Peters resigns after racial slur allegations

By: Canadian Press

After a firestorm of controversy amid allegations of racial slurs and physical abuse of players in previous jobs, embattled Calgary Flames head coach Bill Peters resigned Friday.

November 29, 2019

Calgary Flames get Tkachuk back under contract with three-year deal

By: Canadian Press

Grit and goals returned to the Calgary Flames in time for the regular season with the re-signing of Matthew Tkachuk.

September 25, 2019

Defenceman Michael Stone returns to Calgary Flames, signs one-year contract

By: Canadian Press

The Calgary Flames are bringing Michael Stone back after buying out the defenceman's contract.

September 11, 2019

Calgary Flames buy out final year of defenceman Michael Stone's contract

By: Canadian Press

The Calgary Flames have agreed to buy out Michael Stone's contract after the defenceman clears waivers.

August 2, 2019

New NHL arena coming for Calgary Flames, city council approves deal

By: Canadian Press

Calgary is going to build a new arena for its NHL team despite financial challenges facing the city.

July 30, 2019

With contract in hand Bennett retreats, recharges for season to come

By: Chris Lomon

When it comes to one of his favourite hobbies, Sam Bennett is by no means fishing for compliments.

July 30, 2019

Flames sign forward Sam Bennett to two-year contract worth $5.1 million

By: Canadian Press

The Calgary Flames and forward Sam Bennett have avoided arbitration after agreeing to a two-year contract with an average annual value of US$2.55 million.

July 24, 2019

Calgary Flames sign former Oilers goaltender Cam Talbot to one-year contract

By: Canadian Press

Players in the fold were more of a priority for the Calgary Flames than the open market when NHL free agency opened Monday.

July 1, 2019

Flames and Jets fans rally around teams on Twitter ahead of NHL playoffs

By: Canadian Press

Patrik Laine was the Jets player with the most Twitter account mentions this season, and similarly, 25-year-old forward Johnny Gaudreau was the Flames player with the most.

April 7, 2019

From Kladno to Calgary, Frolik closing in on milestone

By: Chris Lomon

Meeting your hockey idol when you were seven? Priceless. Getting to play with him when you’re in the NHL? Ditto.

April 4, 2019

Travis Hamonic on supporting Indigenous youth

By: Chris Lomon

Travis Hamonic talks about the importance of making a difference in the lives of Indigenous young people through The Northern Project.

March 12, 2019

My Top 5 | Noah Hanifin

By: Chris Lomon

You don’t have to read between the lines when it comes to one of Noah Hanifin’s favourite pastimes.

March 4, 2019

Jarome Iginla set to have number retired by Calgary Flames

By: Canadian Press

The Calgary Flames will retire former captain Jarome Iginla's No. 12 during a ceremony on March 2 prior to a game against the Minnesota Wild.

January 17, 2019

Presence, balance key for Nurse, Jankowski

By: Chris Lomon

The third of a five-part series highlighting the NHLPA's partnership with Kids Help Phone, members discuss the importance of balancing family and friends with a demanding career.

January 17, 2019

My Top 5 | Mark Jankowski

By: Chris Lomon

When he’s not busy netting short-handed goals, Mark Jankowski can be found tuning in to watch some of his all time favourite big screen flicks.

January 15, 2019

Player of the Week | Johnny Gaudreau

By: Nadia Vocaturo

Johnny Gaudreau entered a new year on the heels of a strong December while earning his fifth straight NHL All-Star nod and leading league scoring.

January 7, 2019

Regina's Mosaic Stadium to host Heritage Classic between Flames, Jets next season

By: Canadian Press

Regina's Mosaic Stadium has been tapped to host the NHL's fifth Heritage Classic between the Calgary Flames and Winnipeg Jets next season, the league announced Tuesday.

January 1, 2019