New Arena Deal Details & Lindholm's Possible Extension
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Flames’ New Arena Will Help Them Improve as a Team
October 6, 2023, by Rupert McDonald
It was no hidden secret that an arena deal between the Calgary Flames, the city of Calgary, and the Government of Alberta was close. Any hesitation as to whether or not it would be officially signed off on is no longer, as the three parties met with media today to confirm that construction on a new event center will begin in 2024.
Flames’ Vladar Could Fill The Lightning’s Vasilevskiy Hole
October 4, 2023, by Derek Olsen
The NHL’s preseason is in full swing and players are getting their first taste of professional competition for the year. Of course, most rosters have young players battling for spots, but many individuals use the opportunity to shake off the rust and get back into game shape. Unfortunately, as with any high-level sport, as soon as play begins the potential for injury does as well.
3 Reasons the Flames Will Improve This Season
October 4, 2023, by Ryan Ventura
The Calgary Flames are just over a week away from kicking off their 2023-24 season with a home matchup against the Winnipeg Jets. Before then they will play two additional preseason games, however, the seemingly endless wait for the NHL regular season is nearly over. While the Flames saw a lot of change this offseason – from roster turnover to new hirings across management – fans should be optimistic that this season will yield better results than last. Here are some reasons why.
Flames’ Lindholm Worth the Reported $9 Million Price Tag
October 4, 2023, by Rupert McDonald
Sometimes, all that’s needed to mend a relationship is time apart. That has been the case for the Calgary Flames and several of their players entering the final year of their contracts this season. Mikael Backlund was in that same category, but despite sounding like he may want to give somewhere else a try months ago, chose to sign a two-year extension instead.
7 Cool Things About Mikael Backlund
October 4, 2023, by Ryan Gagne
At the 2007 NHL Entry Draft in Columbus, OH, the Calgary Flames selected Mikael Backlund with the 24th overall pick in the first round. Since his debut on Oct. 26, 2010, he’s been a fixture in the lineup, suiting up for 908 games and serving a pivotal role on the Flames’ special team units.