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Connor Zary • C • Flames

Connor Zary Remains Out Saturday Night

Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary (upper body) won't be part of the lineup on Saturday against the Vancouver Canucks. The 24-year-old returned to practice on Friday but will miss a fourth consecutive game. Zary's exit from the lineup allowed Tyson Gross to make his NHL debut last weekend. In Saturday's matchup, we will see another new face among the forward group, with Brennan Othmann ready to make his team debut. The Flames acquired Othmann from the New York Rangers on March 6. Although the 23-year-old has found some offensive success in the AHL, Othmann hasn't been productive in the big league, recording one goal and zero assists in 17 outings this season.

2 days ago

Joel Hanley • D • Flames

Joel Hanley to Miss Rest of Season

Calgary Flames defenseman Joel Hanley (upper body) has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. He suffered an upper-body injury on Thursday against Anaheim and will finish the campaign with seven assists, 90 blocks, 42 hits, and a minus-five rating in 68 outings. Hanley didn't score a single goal this season despite generating 43 SOG. Brayden Pachal will take Hanley's place in the lineup on Saturday night against the Vancouver Canucks. The 26-year-old will be limited to a third-pairing role on defense and doesn't have any fantasy value.

2 days ago

Connor Zary • C • Flames

Connor Zary Returns to Practice

Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary (upper body) was back at practice on Friday, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports. This was his first practice session since suffering an upper-body injury last week. Zary has missed three games since being hurt. He remains day-to-day, but the fact that he's practicing again indicates that Zary could soon be ready to return to the lineup. The Flames head out next against the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday. Zary has notched 24 points (11 goals, 13 assists) in 67 games during his third NHL campaign.

3 days ago

Samuel Honzek • LW • Flames

Samuel Honzek Won't Return This Season

Calgary Flames left wing Samuel Honzek (upper body) will not return to action this season, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports. The 21-year-old suffered an upper-body injury in November, which required surgery. On Friday, he practiced with the team for the first time since getting hurt. However, Calgary won't bring Honzek back into the lineup this season. Honzek is expected to fully recover in time for the 2026-27 campaign. He made 18 appearances in 2025-26, recording four points (two goals, two assists) and 35 hits. The 2023 first-round pick has great potential as a power forward, but he needs to stay away from injuries.

3 days ago

Yan Kuznetsov • D • Flames

Yan Kuznetsov Misses Fourth Consecutive Game Sunday

Calgary Flames defenseman Yan Kuznetsov (upper body) won't be in action on Sunday night against the Tampa Bay Lightning. He will sit out a fourth consecutive game due to an upper-body injury. The Russian rookie is reportedly close to returning, so it's possible we will see him in Tuesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Kings. Kuznetsov has recorded 12 points (four goals, eight assists), 58 shots, 89 blocks, and 75 hits across 52 games this season. In three games filling in for Kuznetsov, Hunter Brzustewicz has amassed three shots, three blocks, and one hit, but hasn't registered any points.

Mar 22

Connor Zary • C • Flames

Connor Zary Out Sunday

Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary (upper body) will miss Sunday's contest against the Tampa Bay Lightning. He suffered an upper-body injury in Friday's win over Florida and wasn't on the ice during the morning skate on Sunday. Zary has picked up 24 points (11 goals, 13 assists) while delivering 44 hits in 67 games. Tyson Gross is projected to be his replacement in the lineup. The Calgary-born forward will make his NHL debut after signing a two-year entry-level contract out of St. Cloud State University earlier this month. Goss captained the St. Cloud State Huskies this season, posting 18 goals and 41 points in 36 games. He will make his first pro appearance as a member of the fourth line, skating with Martin Pospisil and Adam Klapka.

Mar 22

Yan Kuznetsov • D • Flames

Yan Kuznetsov Remains Sidelined Friday

Calgary Flames defenseman Yan Kuznetsov (upper body) will sit out a third consecutive game on Friday night against the Florida Panthers. The Russian rookie is dealing with an upper-body injury. Kuznetsov has made a big impact on defense, ranking fourth on his team with 89 blocks and dishing out 75 hits. Offensively, he has contributed four goals and eight assists in 52 outings. Hunter Brzustewicz will continue to fill in for Kuznetsov, but he has been anonymous since entering the lineup. Over the last two games, Brzustewicz has recorded zero points, one shot, one block, two penalty minutes, and a minus-one rating.

Mar 20

Joel Hanley • D • Flames

Joel Hanley Returns to Action Against Capitals

Calgary Flames defenseman Joel Hanley (illness) is expected to return to the lineup on Monday against the Washington Capitals. The 34-year-old veteran didn't play on Saturday against Carolina due to illness. Hanley will come into the lineup to replace Zach Whitecloud (upper body), who was injured in Saturday's win. Whitecloud will remain home as the Flames start a five-game road trip on Monday night. Hanley will skate with Zayne Parekh on the third defensive pairing and isn't expected to be a difference-maker. In 58 outings this season, Hanley has registered seven assists, 34 shots, and 76 blocks.

Mar 9

Zach Whitecloud • D • Flames

Zach Whitecloud Injured Saturday Night

Calgary Flames defenseman Zach Whitecloud (upper body) made an early exit against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday night. He was involved in a collision with Hurricanes forward Nikolaj Ehlers in the first period, and Whitecloud was ruled out for the rest of the game with an upper-body injury. Due to his limited offensive arsenal, Whitecloud doesn't really have fantasy value, but he's been an important part of the Flames' defense since arriving from Vegas in January. Across 14 outings, Whitecloud has averaged 22:03 of ice time, recording four assists, 17 shots, 28 blocks, and 25 hits. The team also lost Joel Hanley (illness) before Saturday's game and may have to make a roster move ahead of Monday's contest against the Washington Capitals.

Mar 8

Blake Coleman • LW • Flames

Blake Coleman Activated From Injured Reserve

Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve, Ryan Pike of Flames Nation reports. This indicates Coleman will be ready to return to action when Calgary continues its season on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks. Coleman hasn't played since suffering an upper-body injury on Jan. 8. The 34-year-old has totaled 21 points (13 goals, eight assists) in 44 appearances and boasts 110 hits for the campaign. John Beecher (upper body) was also activated from Injured Reserve on Friday, giving the Flames two additional options up front.

Feb 21

Jonathan Huberdeau • LW • Flames

Jonathan Huberdeau to Have Season-Ending Hip Surgery

Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau will undergo season-ending hip surgery in March. He played his final game of the campaign on Wednesday night, scoring a power-play goal in a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Huberdeau has been dealing with the hip issue all year and will finish the season with a career-low 25 points (10 goals, 15 assists) in 50 games. Overall, Huberdeau has tallied 194 points (65 goals, 129 assists) in 291 regular-season games with the Flames. He is only three years into an eight-year, $84 million contract, the largest in franchise history. The 32-year-old is expected to be healthy for the start of the 2026-27 season.

Feb 5

Blake Coleman • LW • Flames

Blake Coleman Out Until Olympic Break

Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman (upper body) won't return to action until after the Olympic break. He has missed eight games with an upper-body injury and will be absent for four more contests. While Calgary has struggled as a team for most of the season, Coleman has enjoyed a positive year. He ranks second among forwards on his team with a plus-10 rating and has recorded 21 points (13 goals, eight assists) and 110 hits. Flames head coach Ryan Huska wants to see other players step up on and off the ice during Coleman's absence.

Jan 29

Jonathan Huberdeau • LW • Flames

Jonathan Huberdeau on Track to Return Friday

Calgary Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau (lower body) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Friday against the Washington Capitals. Due to a lower-body injury, he didn't play in Wednesday's loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Huberdeau has had a frustrating start to 2026, going eight games without a point. Overall, he has bagged 21 points (eight goals, 13 assists) in 44 appearances. Matvei Gridin has had a quiet spell in the top six and could come out of the lineup on Friday to accommodate Huberdeau's return.

Jan 23

Martin Pospisil • C • Flames

Martin Pospisil Makes Season Debut Wednesday

Calgary Flames forward Martin Pospisil (undisclosed) will make his first appearance of the season in Wednesday's matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Slovakian forward suffered an undisclosed injury in a preseason game. On Tuesday, Calgary activated Pospisil from long-term Injured Reserve, and he practiced on a line with Adam Klapka and Ryan Lomberg. Last season, Pospisil was tied for third in the league with 301 hits and posted 25 points (four goals, 21 assists) in 81 appearances. He will struggle to make a fantasy impact on the fourth line, but managers should monitor him in case Pospisil moves up the lineup.

Jan 22

Zach Whitecloud • D • Flames

Zach Whitecloud Joins Flames

Defenseman Zach Whitecloud was acquired by the Calgary Flames from the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday, with defenseman Rasmus Andersson heading in the opposite direction. Calgary also acquired defensive prospect Abram Wiebe, a 2027 first-round pick, and a conditional 2028 second-round pick. Whitecloud was an undrafted free-agent signing by the Golden Knights in 2018 and has carved out a solid NHL career. The 29-year-old has made 368 career appearances, winning the Stanley Cup with the Golden Knights in 2023. This season, Whitecloud contributed seven points (two goals, five assists), 63 blocks, and 73 hits in 47 outings, averaging 18:46 of ice time. Whitecloud could see increased usage in Calgary, though his fantasy stock will remain low due to his limited offensive skills.

Jan 19

Blake Coleman • LW • Flames

Blake Coleman Makes Early Exit for Precautionary Reasons

Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman (undisclosed) exited Thursday's matchup against the Boston Bruins early for precautionary reasons, head coach Ryan Huska confirmed after the game. Coleman was limited to 9:55 of ice time, finishing scoreless. He has managed 21 points (13 goals, eight assists) in 44 games this season, sitting second on the team with 110 hits. Additionally, Coleman is tied for second on the roster with a plus-10 rating. Huska's words indicate that Coleman isn't dealing with a serious health issue, but it remains to be seen whether he will be available on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Jan 9

John Beecher • C • Flames

John Beecher Handed One-Game Suspension

Calgary Flames center John Beecher (upper body) was suspended for one game on Sunday for roughing Nashville Predators forward Michael McCarron during Saturday's loss. In the game, Beecher received a minor penalty for roughing and a 10-minute misconduct, and on Sunday, the NHL Department of Player Safety issued further discipline. Beecher finished Saturday night with 17 penalty minutes in total and left the game with an upper-body injury. As a result, the fourth-line center may have missed Monday's matchup against the Seattle Kraken regardless. The Flames are likely to use Justin Kirkland as Beecher's replacement in the lineup.

Jan 4

Jake Bean • D • Flames

Jake Bean Set for Surgery, Out Indefinitely

Calgary Flames defenseman Jake Bean (undisclosed) is scheduled for surgery and will be out indefinitely, head coach Ryan Huska said on Thursday. Bean has been on Injured Reserve since Dec. 11 and last played for the Flames on Dec. 6. In total, he has made only 16 appearances in 2025-26, recording two points (one goal, one assist) and 29 blocks. Huska noted that Bean had been attempting to play through his injury, but said that undergoing surgery was "the best path forward for him". The Flames boss did not specify if Bean would miss the rest of the season. Among Calgary's d-men, Rasmus Andersson has been by far the best fantasy piece this season, providing steady offense and around two blocks per game.

Dec 18

Nazem Kadri • C • Flames

Nazem Kadri Bags Three Points as Flames Offense Explodes

Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri finished Monday's 7-4 victory over the Buffalo Sabres with a goal and two assists. Yegor Sharangovich also had three points (two goals, one assist) as the NHL's worst offense suddenly came alive. Kadri factored in Calgary's first four goals. While his team has struggled to generate goals all season, Kadri is having a fine campaign. Across 31 appearances, he has notched six goals and 26 points. Five of Kadri's last 10 outings have ended with multiple points. He will look to continue that momentum in the next matchup against a Detroit Red Wings team that has one of the worst save percentages in the league at .882.

Dec 9

Rasmus Andersson • D • Flames

Rasmus Andersson Extends Point Streak With Three Assists

Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson finished Sunday's 5-2 road win over the Vancouver Canucks with three assists. In the process, Andersson extended his point streak to five games. The Swedish blue-liner has overcome a slow start to the season, becoming one of the most productive defensemen in the league recently. Andersson's point streak includes two goals and eight assists. Sunday's performance was his second three-point effort in three games. Following his recent scoring surge, only Nazem Kadri has managed more points than Andersson with the Flames this season. Across 24 games, Andersson has recorded 16 points (five goals, 11 assists), along with 42 blocks.

Nov 24

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