Calgary Flames: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

What should the Flames do at centre if Mikael Backlund misses time?

For the better part of the last decade, Mikael Backlund has been one of the most important players for the Calgary Flames. He’s first over the boards in virtually every game situation, and he’s routinely matched up against the top players on opposing National Hockey League teams.

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Flames forward Connor Zary suspended two games for elbow on Canucks’ Elias Pettersson

The Calgary Flames are in the midst of a battle for a playoff berth, but they’ll be a bit shorthanded for the next couple of games. On Thursday afternoon,

Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 13

Flames’ Zary suspended two games for elbowing incident

Flames’ Connor Zary suspended two games for elbowing incident

Flames forward Connor Zary has been suspended two games for elbowing Canucks defenseman Elias Pettersson in Wednesday night’s game, the league’s Department of Player Safety announced.

Conor Garland brings key goals as Canucks top Flames in shootout

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Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 13

Which top free agents could the Flames pursue on the open market this summer?

The Calgary Flames are in the midst of what could be some truly exciting years of hockey. While this season has been quite the anomaly—ranking near the bottom in nearly every offensive category—they still find themselves with a legitimate shot at sneaking into the playoffs.

Connor Zary News / Field Level Media / March 13

Flames' Connor Zary to have hearing with NHL

Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Thursday, one day after his hit on Vancouver Canucks rookie defenseman Elias Pettersson.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / March 13

Flames News & Rumours: Zary, Wolf, Farabee & More

In this edition of Calgary Flames News & Rumours, Connor Zary could be facing a suspension after a questionable hit on Vancouver Canucks’ defenceman Elias Pettersson.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 13

Flames lose important point with flat third period against Vancouver

The Calgary Flames have been one of the National Hockey League’s better teams at closing out games in the third period. Maybe it’s because they play such a defensive-oriented, tight-checking style of game, but they entered Wednesday night’s clash with the Vancouver Canucks with a 20-1-3 record when leading after two periods.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 13

Flames forward Connor Zary to have hearing with Player Safety following hit on Elias Pettersson

On Wednesday night, Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary received an interference penalty for a high hit on Vancouver Canucks defenceman Elias Pettersson.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 13

Flames’ Connor Zary to have hearing for hit on Canucks’ Elias Pettersson

The NHL Department of Player Safety announced Thursday that Calgary Flames center Connor Zary will have a hearing and faces a possible suspension as a result of a hit on Vancouver Canucks defenseman Elias Pettersson.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 13

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames let third period lead slip through fingers in crucial loss to Canucks

The Calgary Flames once again tried to do nothing but defend with a one goal lead, which predictably collapsed into an eventual 4-3 shootout loss to the Vancouver Canucks.

Calgary Flames News / The Hockey Writers / March 13

Flames’ Joel Farabee Takes Shot at Former Head Coach John Tortorella

It took some time for him to adjust, but things are going quite well for Joel Farabee as of late. The newly acquired Calgary Flames forward has scored in back-to-back games, one of which was a highlight reel tally that will be seen for weeks and months to come.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 13