Wes Gilbertson
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Huberdeau plays starring role, Flames win in OT
The Calgary Flames get a much needed 2 points as they defeat the New York Rangers 3-2 in overtime at the Scotiabank Saddledome. → Read More
Flames coach on puck-stopping plan: 'Our goalies have both been streaky'
For the Calgary Flames’ faithful, the solution is simple — Dan Vladar, the usual backup, should be the go-to guy → Read More
Double trouble: Two of Flames’ most important pieces both struggling
If Jonathan Huberdeau and Jacob Markstrom don’t start looking like their old selves — and don't soon — their squad might make the playoffs. → Read More
Can Flames count on another surge from Second-Half Backs?
Backlund has made a habit of elevating his play at around the midway mark of the season. → Read More
SNAPSHOTS: Dan Vladar equals franchise record as Flames hit break on winning note
It’s safe to tell Dan Vladar about the streak now. → Read More
Dube scores in overtime, Flames spoil Johnny’s return to Saddledome
Gaudreau received an earful in Monday’s return, treated to an ovation after an early video tribute but otherwise booed relentlessly. → Read More
Nazem Kadri to represent Flames at NHL all-star game
On Thursday, the NHL announced an initial slate of 32 all-stars — one from each squad — for the Feb. 3-4 festivities in Florida. → Read More
'We have a lot better to offer': Flames ready to roll after holidays
The Calgary Flames are sure that they have yet to show what they’re truly capable of. Not with any sort of consistency, anyway. → Read More
Flames value MacKenzie Weegar’s versatility on blue line
LOS ANGELES — MacKenzie Weegar isn’t about to argue with the boss. → Read More
SNAPSHOTS: Flames ride record-setting start to second win in San Jose
While the Flames were unable to turn a scorching start into a stress-free cruise, they never had to worry about playing catch-up, either. → Read More
SNAPSHOTS: Lucic ends scoring drought, Flames snap out of skid in San Jose
Lucic finally snapped out of a marathon scoring drought as the Calgary Flames celebrated a slump-buster of their own with a 5-2 victory. → Read More
Healthy and happy Monahan returns to face Flames
“Just thank you. They supported me from Day 1,” Monahan said of his Flames tenure. “It’s a special place. I really enjoyed my time here.” → Read More
Goalie Dan Vladar shines as Flames fall in shootout to Penguins
Dan Vladar was superb, racking up 38 saves in what ended as a 2-1 shootout loss to milestone man Evgeni Malkin and the Pittsburgh Penguins. → Read More
‘Gotta keep it up’: Flames forward Ruzicka thriving in first-line role
From spare part to sudden standout, Adam Ruzicka’s breakout burst continued with a three-point performance against the Florida Panthers. → Read More
Flames sign Vladar to two-year contract extension
The Calgary Flames' backup goalie, Dan Vladar, signed a two-year contract extension with an annual cap-hit of US$2.2 million. → Read More
‘A’ game? Lindholm aims to emerge as leader for Flames
First-line centre Elias Lindholm was wearing an 'A' on his jersey for two pre-season games and wants to be a follow-me sort for the Flames. → Read More
Flames’ Huberdeau explains his decision to pledge brain to science
'We’ve had concussions, as players, so I think it’s going to be good to help with the science' → Read More
Flames continue search for forward help, sign Sonny Milano to PTO
The 26-year-old left-winger has accepted a training-camp tryout with the Flames. → Read More
Meet the Flames’ marquee additions: MacKenzie Weegar’s winding path to NHL workhorse
MacKenzie Weegar has always been a coachable sort. → Read More
Kadri impressed with Flames’ off-season rebound, expects to contend
Nazem Kadri spoke with the media today following signing with the Calgary Flames as the team continues their overhaul. → Read More