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What is the highest-scoring NHL playoff game of all time?

Game 1 of the Western Conference Final was a 8-6 win for the Avalanche.

Bryan Murphy

Milan Lucic timeline of suspensions: Flames forward won't face discipline for hit on Mike Smith

Lucic was given five-minute major for charging and a game misconduct after running over Mike Smith in Game 3.

Bryan Murphy

Battle of Alberta: When have the Oilers and Flames played in the postseason?

Calgary and Edmonton meet in the second round of the 2022 NHL playoffs.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Oilers vs. Flames Game 1 on today?

The Oilers vs. Flames are starting their Western Conference second round series on Wednesday night. Here's how NHL fans can watch and live stream the action.

Bryan Murphy

Flames vs. Oilers second-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

The Flames beat the Stars in seven games, while the Oilers defeated the Kings in seven.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Flames vs. Stars Game 7 on today?

The winner of this game will take on the Oilers in the second round.

Bryan Murphy

Flames vs. Stars first-round preview for 2022 NHL playoffs

Calgary won the Pacific Division while the Stars nabbed the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

Bryan Murphy

What channel is Flames vs. Stars on today?

The Flames and Stars meet in the postseason after matching up in 2020.

Bryan Murphy

Islanders start new chapter at UBS Arena

The Islanders opened up their new building on Saturday night against the Flames.

Jackie Spiegel

Taylor Hall trade rumors: Four potential landing spots for the Sabres winger

One thing is certain: Taylor Hall will be traded before the 2021 NHL trade deadline. The only question is where? Sporting News gives for landing spots.

Jackie Spiegel

Five NHL coaches on the hot seat

When one coach goes, there's a good chance that others will follow.

Jackie Spiegel

Jarome Iginla just another motorist during TV interview about winter storm

The local crew may or may not have known it was interviewing a Hockey Hall of Famer, but hockey media sure knew who was answering the questions.

Tom Gatto

Stars 'own,' eliminate Flames

It was a roller-coaster of a night for the Stars and Flames. Dallas climbed out of a 3-0 hole and sent Calgary out of the bubble.

Jackie Spiegel

Matthew Tkachuk's reactions to Flames' disastrous Game 6 is every Calgary fan

Calgary needed a win in Game 6 to avoid elimination from the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Jackie Spiegel

Matthew Tkachuk injury update

The Flames assistant captain was also a game-time decision for Games 3-5. He has not played since leaving Game 2.

Jackie Spiegel

Flames lose Game 4 in overtime

Calgary was 12 seconds from taking a 3-1 series lead; instead, the series is knotted at two games apiece.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL bubble, explained: A guide to the hub city rules, teams & schedule

The NHL 2019-20 season resumes with 24 teams competing for berths and seeding in the Stanley Cup playoffs. Teams will be isolated in two hub cities in Canada.

Tom Gatto

Mark Scheifele, Patrik Laine reportedly doubtful for Jets-Flames Game 2

Winnipeg will likely be without two of its top forwards against Calgary.

Tom Gatto

Scheifele down; Jets claim Flames' Tkachuk tried to injure him

Winnipeg's No. 1 center did not return after being helped off the ice. His coach accused the Calgary agitator of a "dirty, disgusting hit" that could have ended Scheifele's career.

Tom Gatto

Jarome Iginla, Kevin Lowe to enter Hockey Hall of Fame as members of 2020 class

The former Flames captain and the former Oilers star defensemen are tentatively scheduled to be enshrined in Toronto in mid-November.

Tom Gatto

NHL Player Gaming Challenge: Schedule, entry list, how to watch

All 31 teams, along with NHL Seattle, will be represented in a four-week tournament of "NHL 20" starting April 30.

Sam Ficarro

Power ranking all 31 NHL goal songs

Every goal song is accompanied by excitement, but some are much more iconic than others.

Sam Jarden

NHLPA Open: Participants, how to stream 'Fortnite' tournament

Sixty-five players will participate in a "Fortnite" tournament for a $200,000 charity prize pool

Sam Ficarro

Flames' Treliving: 'hub cities' gaining steam

The Flames general manager said a lot of questions needs to be answered before anything is finalized.

Sam Ficarro

Doughty's Secret Santa gift? A stick from Tkachuk

Doughty's teammate Ben Hutton's Secret Santa gift was pretty darn classic.

Sam Ficarro

Akim Aliu on Bill Peters coaching in KHL: 'I believe in second chances for everyone'

Peters was hired to coach in the KHL on Wednesday.

Jackie Spiegel

Disgraced ex-Flames head coach Bill Peters hired by KHL team

The former Calgary head coach signed a two-year deal with Yekaterinburg Avtomobilist.

Jackie Spiegel

Best storylines if NHL restarts, goes straight to playoffs

How would the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs look if the regular season officially ended on March 12? Sporting News gives you the matchups and the key storylines.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL injury report 2019-20: Who could return if season resumes?

Some big names are slated to return if the season resumes.

Sam Ficarro

Four things we'll miss if the NHL cancels 2019-20 season

No hockey means we're sadly missing out on some of the best storylines of the NHL season.

Jackie Spiegel

Rittich dealing with elbow injury

The All-Star has been recovering at home in the Czech Republic.

Sam Jarden

Eddie Lack announces retirement

Eddie Lack last played with the New Jersey Devils in the 2017-18 season.

Sam Ficarro

Who is Connor Mackey? Flames sign highly-coveted undrafted blueliner

Calgary signed one of hockey's top undrafted free agents on Friday.

Sam Jarden

Devils beat Flames in 'NHL 20' simulation

With the 2019-20 NHL season paused, the Devils virtually defeated the Flames.

Sam Ficarro

Flames will pay arena employees during COVID-19 shutdown

Calgary's ownership group announced Sunday that it will cover some wages of employees at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Rudi Schuller

Flames scrape out a win at home

The playoffs are not guaranteed for the Flames, who battled through a tough first period to skate away victorious.

Jackie Spiegel

Gaudreau dedicates goal to late grandfather

The Calgary star found out Saturday that his grandfather had passed away.

Rudi Schuller

Mark Giordano injury update: Flames captain a game-time decision against Bruins

The loss of the Flames' captain — and best defenseman — left a gaping hole on interim head coach Geoff Ward's blue line.

Jackie Spiegel

Gaudreau just 'had to pee' during deadline frenzy

It was an interesting 30 minutes at the Calgary Flames' practice on Monday

Jackie Spiegel

NHL trade deadline: Do Flames still need a top-six forward after recent offensive outburst?

The Calgary Flames have scored at least three goals in five of their last six games. Is acquiring a top-six forward before the trade deadline a necessity?

Sam Ficarro

Flames' Milan Lucic thought about retiring

Just 20 games into the season, the power forward was benched during a game and was contemplating retirement.

Jackie Spiegel

Matthew Tkachuk's latest between-the-legs goal is a reminder of Flames winger's undeniable stardom

The 22-year-old added to his NHL highlight reel Monday with a ridiculous goal, and Calgary can expect many more to come.

Jace Mallory

Joe Thornton records 1,500th point

The 40-year-old forward had a pair of assists to help power San Jose past Calgary on Tuesday.

Rudi Schuller

Edmonton Oilers star Leon Draisatil calls Calgary Flames goalie David Rittich's stick toss 'disrespectful'

Draisaitl still appeared bothered by Rittich's celebration on Wednesday even after the Oilers scored six goals on him during Edmonton's 8-3 win on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames final score: Goalie fight headlines Oilers’ blowout win in intense ‘Battle of Alberta’ game

Mike Smith and Cam Talbot went after each other during a second-period brawl that will come to define the 'Battle of Alberta' this season.

Tommy McArdle

Goalie fight headlines latest 'Battle of Alberta'

Another crazy meeting between the Edmonton Oilers and Calgary Flames took place Saturday, with the goaltenders stealing the spotlight.

Rudi Schuller

Treliving: Giordano-McDavid collision a 'non-issue'

McDavid was shown yelling at on-ice officials shortly after Giordano tripped him up during a race to the puck on Wednesday.

Tommy McArdle

'The Battle of Alberta' reignites: Everything to know about the Matthew Tkachuk-Zack Kassian feud

Zack Kassian's suspension ends just in time for him to play in the Oilers and Flames' next rivalry game.

Tommy McArdle

Twitter reacts to Tkachuk-Kassian fight

The highly-anticipated match-up left some a little disappointed but it was entertaining nonetheless.

Jackie Spiegel

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian, Calgary Flames' Matthew Tkachuk drop the gloves in rematch

Fans at Rogers Place got what they had hoped for: a boiling rivalry that spilled over into a two-man tussle between Zack Kassian and Matthew Tkachuk.

Jace Mallory

Kassian focused on winning first, Tkachuk second

The 29-year-old veteran stressed the importance of Edmonton taking two points from Calgary when the Battle of Alberta resumes on Wednesday night.

Rudi Schuller

Charitable Battle of Alberta

The feud between Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk and Edmonton Oilers forward Zack Kassian has sparked donations to a number of charitable organizations.

Jace Mallory

NHL scrambling to ease tensions between Oilers, Flames

NHL Department of Player Safety head George Parros will reportedly attend the next "Battle of Alberta" matchup Jan. 29.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian to have hearing Monday; Calgary Flames forward Matthew Tkachuk's hits ruled clean

An enraged Kassian attempted to fight Tkachuk after the Flames forward threw multiple controversial hits during Calgary's 4-3 Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid showed off speed skater quickness for latest sensational goal

Sportsnet clocked McDavid at 44.2 kilometers per hour (27.5 miles per hour) during his breakaway goal against the Flames.

Tommy McArdle

Edmonton Oilers' Zack Kassian calls out Flames' Matthew Tkachuk after wild beatdown

Kassian felt Tkachuk's hits on him throughout Saturday's game were predatory and hinted at further retribution in the next edition of the Battle of Alberta.

Tommy McArdle

Midseason replacement coaches with best odds to win Stanley Cup

Five head coaches have separated from their respective teams this season, but which replacement has the best chance to make a run at the Stanley Cup?

Jace Mallory

Flames asst GM Chris Snow announces ALS diagnosis

Snow's wife Kelsie penned an open letter to share her husband's story.

Jace Mallory

World Juniors 2020: Calgary Flames, USA Hockey netminder Dustin Wolf making a name for himself

USA Hockey starts its gold-medal campaign on Boxing Day in a 1 p.m. ET tilt with rival Canada.

Ryan Pike

Matthew Tkachuk injury update: Calgary Flames forward is a game-time decision against Toronto Maple Leafs

The 22-year-old forward leads the Flames in scoring this season.

Rudi Schuller

Ron Francis says he told Carolina Hurricanes ownership about Bill Peters' alleged physical abuse

Former Hurricanes owner Peter Karmanos previously stated he was not aware of incidents in which Peters allegedly kicked and punched players during a game.

Tommy McArdle

How Calgary Flames players reacted to Bill Peters' resignation

Peters resigned from the team Friday amid an investigation into allegations of past racial abuse.

Tommy McArdle

Who is Geoff Ward? Calgary Flames name Bill Peters' interim replacement

In the wake of Bill Peters' resignation following the accusations of racist comments and physical abuse, Ward was named the interim head coach of the Calgary Flames on Friday.

Jace Mallory

Calgary Flames head coach Bill Peters resigns amid allegations; team moving forward

General manager Brad Treliving announced the resignation on Friday at a press conference, naming Geoff Ward as interim head coach.

Ryan Pike

Bill Peters resigns as Calgary Flames head coach: Everything we now know

The Calgary Flames head coach is accused of using racial slurs to address a former player in repeated incidents during the 2009-10 season.

Tommy McArdle

Akim Aliu calls Bill Peters' apology 'misleading, insincere and concerning'

The Calgary Flames announced Bill Peters offered a letter of resignation which was accepted on Friday.

Tommy McArdle

Bill Peters has resigned as head coach of Calgary Flames

Peters issued an apology after reports of him using a racial slur toward a former player surfaced.

Rudi Schuller

NHL players react to racial slur allegation against Calgary Flames' Bill Peters: 'Worst coach ever by far'

Calgary Flames coach Bill Peters has been accused of making racist comments toward a former player. Here are some of the most notable reactions to the allegation.

Jace Mallory

Peters issues statement, apology for racial slur

The Flames head coach has been under fire since Akim Aliu accused Peters on Monday of making racist comments to him during the 2009-10 season.

Jackie Spiegel

Calgary Flames GM denies rumors of Bill Peters firing, ‘thorough' investigation into slur ongoing

Peters is accused of making racist comments toward a player he coached in the AHL during the 2009-10 season.

Tommy McArdle

Akim Aliu describes alleged incident with Calgary Flames coach Bill Peters

“He walked in before a morning pregame skate and said, ‘Hey Akim, I’m sick of you playing that n— s—,’” Akim Aliu told TSN, referring to an interaction with Flames coach Bill Peters during the 2009-10 season.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL, Calgary Flames investigating claim Bill Peters made racist comments to former player

Flames GM Brad Treliving said the team is investigating the matter.

Sammi Silber

T.J. Brodie injury update: Calgary Flames defenseman could make return to lineup against Penguins

Brodie skated with the Mark Giordano on the top pair at morning skate ahead of their game against Pittsburgh.

Tommy McArdle

Calgary Flames' T.J. Brodie gives injury update: 'It's good to be back ... I'm feeling good'

The defenseman is expected to practice Sunday for the first time since collapsing on the ice Nov. 14.

Sammi Silber

Flames GM: 'The manager has been horses—'

The Flames are mired in a six-game losing skid, and their general manager did not mince words when asked where the responsibility lies.

Rudi Schuller

Flames set embarassing franchise record in sixth consecutive loss

Bill Peters' squad has not held a lead in over 350 straight minutes of gameplay.

Tommy McArdle

What's next for Babcock? Former Leafs coach could have several options

The 56-year-old finds himself unemployed for the first time in 17 years.

Rudi Schuller

Power rankings: Good, bad and ugly from Canada's NHL teams so far

The seven Canadian franchises in the NHL split into three categories at the quarter mark of the season.

Jace Mallory

Hockey Hall of Fame 2020: Jarome Iginla should get the call in first year of eligibility

The 2020 class will be announced in June and the long-time Flames captain should be on the list.

Ryan Pike

Three reasons the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Calgary Flames

The Golden Knights scored four times in the final frame and Marc-Andre Fleury in the win.

Sammi Silber

Kuemper drops Tkachuk, almost fights Rittich in wild brawl

We may have a new NHL rivalry on our hands.

Sammi Silber

Flames' T.J. Brodie collapses during practice

The 29-year-old was taken off the ice in a stretcher and was responsive following the incident, according to reports from inside Scotiabank Saddledome.

Rudi Schuller

Bill Peters speaks candidly on Flames' struggles: 'We need more'

The Flames beat the Arizona Coyotes 4-3 in overtime on Tuesday.

Tommy McArdle

Lucic faces hearing following incident with Columbus rookie

Lucic, 31, punched Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kole Sherwood after the whistle during the Flames' 3-0 win on Saturday.

Tommy McArdle

Matthew Tkachuk's brilliant OT winner completes Calgary Flames' improbable comeback

The Flames rallied from 4-1 down in the third period to steal the victory in Nashville.

Jace Mallory

Svechnikov scores insane lacrosse-style goal vs. Flames

The teenager scored two third-period goals for the Hurricanes, including one that will surely make the highlight reel.

Rudi Schuller

Lowry suspended two games for boarding

Lowry will forfeit $71,138.22 and miss Winnipeg's games against the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday and Friday's tilt with the San Jose Sharks.

Rudi Schuller

Calgary Flames vs. Winnipeg Jets results: Jets come back to win Heritage Classic in overtime

The Heritage Classic returned after a three-year layoff with Winnipeg getting the win. Sporting News had all the highlights and goals from Canada's outdoor game.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL Heritage Classic: Most memorable moments in Canadian outdoor game's history

From Jose Theodore's toque to a three-goal frenzy for the Oilers, here are just some of the top moments in Heritage Classic history.

Sammi Silber

Heritage Classic 2019: Time, TV channel, livestream, uniforms, weather

The Flames and Jets will play in the 2019 Heritage Classic on Oct. 26.

Jace Mallory

Calgary Flames' cap crunch may stifle chances of being Stanley Cup contender

The Flames are 6-5-1 to start the 2019-20 campaign and are now dealing with the fallout of questionable gambles and a number of injuries.

Ryan Pike

Canadian NHL markets are seeing slump in early-season attendance

The last time a Canadian team reached the Stanley Cup Final was the Vancouver Canucks in 2011

Lyle Richardson

Detroit Red Wings' Darren Helm ejected, fined for slashing Calgary Flames' Elias Lindholm

Helm was fined for his actions on Friday by the NHL

Tommy McArdle

Chris Stewart returns to NHL, signs deal with Philadelphia Flyers

The winger last played in the NHL in 2017-18, spending last season in the United Kingdom.

Jackie Spiegel

Patrick Marleau makes emotional return to Shark Tank for San Jose Sharks

Patrick Marleau made his "welcome home" debut for the Sharks on Sunday. The fans let him know how much he was missed.

Jace Mallory

Los Angeles Kings' Drew Doughty, Flames' Matthew Tkachuk continue rivalry in Kings' OT win

Tkachuk scored two goals and had an assist, but Doughty got the last laugh with the game-winning goal in overtime.

Tommy McArdle

Top 5 moves by Flames GM Treliving

A lot of credit for the current state of the franchise goes to the 50-year-old, and the team has repaid him with a multi-year deal that allows him to continue the work he and his staff have done so far.

Rudi Schuller

NHL 2019-20 season: Key dates

The 2019-20 NHL season is finally upon us. Here are the games that you can't miss this year.

Rudi Schuller

NHL journeyman Lee Stempniak retires

After a 13-year, 10-team career, the right wing is retiring from the NHL.

Jackie Spiegel

Flames sign Rieder, Rinaldo to one-year deals

Calgary has agreed to deals with Rieder and Rinaldo, who both attended camp on professional tryouts.

Rudi Schuller

Flames’ Matthew Tkachuk back in the fold: ‘I want to win in Calgary'

The 21-year-old had 77 points for the Flames last season and signed a three-year, $21 million extension on Wednesday.

Ryan Pike

Flames, Matthew Tkachuk agree to three-year contract

The 21-year-old will make $7 million annually through the 2021-22 season.

Tommy McArdle

NHL rumors 2019: Time ticking down to season and Rantanen, Tkachuk, Laine remain unsigned

While a number of big-name RFAs got signed before the season opener, a few star players are still holding out.

Lyle Richardson

Devante Smith-Pelly looking to put past behind him in tryout with Flames

The Flames signed the 27-year-old to a professional tryout after a tough 2018-19 year with Washington, where he had just eight points in 54 games before being waived and sent to the AHL.

Sammi Silber

Flames sign Andrew Mangiapane to one-year contract

After months of waiting for a deal, Mangiapane ended up signing for what the Flames offered him in June.

Jackie Spiegel

Leaving no Stone unturned, Flames bring back defenseman

As training camp opens on Thursday, the Flames bring back a familiar face.

Jackie Spiegel

Flames offseason grade 2019: Calgary still has work to do with Matthew Tkachuk unsigned

The Flames are looking to finish atop the West again but have a big piece still missing.

Ryan Pike

Flames sign Smith-Pelly, Rieder, others to PTOs

Calgary signed four players to professional tryouts Wednesday.

Rudi Schuller

Why the Flames will win the West again — and why they won't

The Flames were the West's best team last season — can they stay on top?

Tommy McArdle

Flames roll dice, sign Andrew MacDonald to PTO

MacDonald had nine assists in 47 games with the Flyers last season and was bought out in July.

Sammi Silber

Flames, Tkachuk still working toward a 'fair' contract, agent says

Tkachuk's agent Don Meehan told reporters that his camp established a position with Calgary in early June.

Sammi Silber

NHL free agency 2019: Jordan Binnington, Danton Heinen, Jacob Trouba among 40 to file for salary arbitration

Twenty teams had at least one player file for arbitration. Two teams may have up to four contracts to negotiate.

Matt Hornick

Could Ristolainen be on the move?

Training camps are getting closer with key players still available via free agency and the trade market. Lyle Richardson has the latest on Rasmus Ristolainen, Chris Kreider, and the Calgary Flames.

Lyle Richardson

Flames buy out defenseman Michael Stone for cap space

With training camp coming up sooner rather than later, the Calgary Flames needed to find money for two of their key wingers.

Jackie Spiegel

Flames secure goaltending tandem, re-sign David Rittich to two-year deal

The 26-year-old went 27-9-5 in 42 starts with Calgary last season.

Sammi Silber

NHL trade grades: Oilers come out on top in Milan Lucic-James Neal trade

The Oilers acquired forward James Neal from the Flames in exchange for Milan Lucic. Here's how the deal stacks up for both sides.

Sammi Silber

Oilers trade Lucic for Neal

The Oilers and Flames are hoping a change of venue for both of these players will produce better results than last season.

Thomas Lott

Top RFAs in Pacific Division

Between now and July 1, Sporting News will break down the NHL's top free agents. Here's a look at the top restricted free agents in the Western Conference's Pacific Division.

Lyle Richardson

NHL rumors 2019: Busy offseasons

With their seasons coming to an end earlier than expected, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Pittsburgh Penguins, Calgary Flames and Winnipeg Jets will begin to work on their rosters for the 2019-20 season.

Lyle Richardson

NHL playoffs 2019: Avalanche extinguish Western Conference-best Flames, make history

With the Flames being eliminated, the top seeds in each conference have been bounced from the playoffs in the first round.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL playoffs 2019: Flames' James Neal a healthy scratch for Game 5 vs. Avalanche

A tumultuous season for the winger has led to a seat in the press box during the 2019 NHL playoffs.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Mikko Rantanen ties, wins game for Avalanche, who lead Flames 3-1 in series

Mikko Rantanen capped a huge Colorado comeback with an overtime goal. Now, the West's eighth seed is poised to pull off another upset in this year's postseason.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Cale Makar notches goal in debut as Avs rout Flames

After meeting his new teammates earlier in the day, the 2017 first-rounder quickly scores his first NHL goal.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL playoffs 2019: Nathan MacKinnon sends Avs-Flames series to Denver tied 1-1

MacKinnon now has three postseason game-winning goals.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs 2019: Matt Nieto scores Avalanche's first goal of postseason, with team down a man

Nieto scored just four goals during the regular season.

Matt Hornick

NHL playoffs bracket 2019: Western Conference series picks, breakdowns, Stanley Cup predictions

Sporting News' NHL experts break down each Western Conference playoff series, predict the eventual conference champion and make their Stanley Cup picks.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL playoffs 2019: Flames' Mike Smith records shutout, assist in Game 1 win over Avalanche

With the hometown crowd chanting "Smitty! Smitty!" the Calgary goalie delivered an outstanding performance in his first playoff game in seven years.

Mark Suleymanov

NHL playoffs 2019: Flames' Andrew Mangiapane nets memorable goal in postseason debut

Mangiapane was not on the Flames roster to begin the season; he netted Calgary's first postseason goal on Thursday night.

Mark Suleymanov

Flames Game 1 jersey significance

The Flames are wearing their third alternate jerseys for Game 1 of their playoff series with the Avalanche and there's a cool reason why.

Thomas Lott

NHL playoffs 2019: Predictions, odds for Flames vs. Avalanche first-round series

Everything you need to know about the Calgary Flames vs. Colorado Avalanche before their first-round series in the 2019 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Rudi Schuller

NHL Rumor Roundup

Is the writing on the wall that Jason Zucker's and Tyler Toffoli's time in Minnesota and Los Angeles, respectively, are over? Did the Oilers really have a deal in place for Adam Larsson that fell through?

Lyle Richardson

NHL trade tracker: Completed deals

The NHL deadline has come and gone. Here's a list of every completed deal before the 2019 cutoff on Feb. 25.

Jackie Spiegel

What time is the NHL trade deadline 2019? Latest news, rumors, top sellers

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is here and teams are already wheelin' and dealin'. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade news and rumors.

Jackie Spiegel

NHL announces head coaches for 2019 All-Star Game

Tampa Bay's Jon Cooper, Winnipeg's Paul Maurice, Washington's Todd Reirden and Calgary's Bill Peters will be the head coaches for the 2019 All-Star Game.

Conor Roche

NHL Rumor Roundup: Is Jimmy Howard the answer to Flames' goaltending struggles?

With Mike Smith faltering the Flames have relied on backup David Rittich who has played well, but did struggle last season when he got more time between the pipes.

Lyle Richardson

Pekka Rinne injury update: Predators goalie placed on IR, expected to miss a few games

The Vezina Trophy winner will be out for the next few games after a collision on Friday night.

Conor Roche

Canucks' talented teen Elias Pettersson scores in NHL debut

It was a list of firsts as Vancouver's hot-shot rookie scored his first goal in the first period of his first NHL game. He also added his first assist later in the game.

Jim Cerny

Pacific Division 2018-19 predictions: Sharks spoil Golden Knights' encore with Erik Karlsson trade

How will the addition of superstar Erik Karlsson alter the pecking order in the Pacific Division?

Brandon Schlager

When does the 2018-19 NHL season start? Opening games, schedule for 31 teams

It's time to start counting down the days until the the start of the 2018-19 NHL regular season. The puck drops Oct. 3. Find your team's opener here.

Brandon Schlager

From wives' room fights to brotherly competition, St. Louis molded Brady Tkachuk

Brady Tkachuk is ready for the NHL challenges that lie ahead, thanks to a rough-and-tumble sibling rivalry and competitive Midwest hockey culture that helped shape the Senators draft pick.

Evan Sporer

NHL Rumor Roundup: John Tavares holding up free agency market

While the trade market has been slow in the weeks leading up to NHL free agency, teams may be waiting for the John Tavares domino to fall before making any other moves.

Lyle Richardson

NHL trades 2018: Flames, Hurricanes shake things up with five-player swap featuring Hanifin, Hamilton

The Flames and Hurricanes made news on Day 2 of the NHL Draft with a trade featuring defensemen Noah Hanifin and Dougie Hamilton, and forwards Elias Lindholm and Micheal Ferland.

Jim Cerny

Flames-Hurricanes trade grades: Carolina's new regime makes big splash, lands Dougie Hamilton

The Carolina Hurricanes made a big splash on the second day of the NHL Draft, acquiring both Dougie Hamilton and Adam Fox.

Evan Sporer

Flames, Hurricanes swap Dougie Hamilton, Elias Lindholm in 5-player draft blockbuster

The Flames and Hurricanes shook up a stagnant NHL Draft floor with their late-round blockbuster Saturday.

Brandon Schlager

Flames land new coach, set high expectations with 'honest and direct' Bill Peters

At an introductory press conference Monday, Flames GM Brad Treliving said he was "focused" on Bill Peters as soon as a coaching search commenced last week.

Jim Cerny

Flames' five best coaching candidates to replace Glen Gulutzan

Who are the best candidates to replace Glen Gulutzan on the Flames' bench? Keep these coaches in mind.

Brandon Schlager

Hurricanes' three best coaching candidates to replace Bill Peters

Who are the best candidates to replace Bill Peters on the Hurricanes' bench? Keep these coaches in mind.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Mixed Bag: Predicting the overcrowded Western Conference playoff race

There are five teams within three points of one another vying for the final three spots in a wild, wild Western Conference playoff picture. Who holds the edge?

Rob Mixer

NHL trade deadline primer: Western Conference rumors, team needs, top targets

A glance at each Western Conference team and their options at the 2018 NHL trade deadline.

Evan Sporer

Jaromir Jagr takes scary hit to head in Czech Republic, helped off the ice

The 46-year-old had made an impressive start to his stint with HC Kladno.

John Arlia

NHL Rumor Roundup: Price for top targets Max Pacioretty, Rick Nash, Evander Kane remains high

Teams interested in acquiring one of the top available scorers at the NHL trade deadline are going to pay for it.

Lyle Richardson

Vegas tied for most wins by NHL team in inaugural season

After a comeback win against the Flames, the Golden Knights are tied for most NHL wins by a team in its inaugural season.

Kaylee Pofahl

Flames' Jaromir Jagr says goodbye to NHL, assigned to HC Kladno in Czech Republic

After clearing waivers on Monday, Jaromir Jagr was assigned to HC Kladno of the Czech 1. Liga, marking the end of his time in the NHL.

Evan Sporer

NHL All-Stars Crosby, Gaudreau salute Jagr after 45-year-old placed on waivers by Flames

The Calgary Flames placed the NHL's second all-time leading scorer on waivers this weekend, and several star players reflected on his incredible career.

Jim Cerny

Dougie Hamilton's OT winner leads Flames past Wild

The Flames moved to 22-16-4 on the year with the win, while Minnesota fell to 22-17-4.

E.Jay Zarett

Devils acquire goaltender Lack from Flames in exchange for Prout

The Devils acquired goaltender Eddie Lack, who has struggled since being traded to the Calgary Flames this offseason.

Evan Sporer

Flames' Matthew Tkachuk suspended for 'junior-hockey' spearing incident vs. Maple Leafs

Calgary's resident NHL nuisance will sit out one game after prodding Maple Leafs forward Matt Martin with the blade end of his stick from the Flames' bench Wednesday.

Brandon Schlager

Maple Leafs react to Matthew Tkachuk spear: 'It's child's play'

Clagary's Matthew Tkachuk faces a possible suspension for his sneaky spear of Toronto's Matt Martin.

Dave McCarthy

Flames' Matthew Tkachuk gets one-game ban for starting line brawl

The NHL's Department of Player Safety handed out another suspension Friday stemming from this week's line brawl between the Flames and Red Wings.

Brandon Schlager

Red Wings, Flames break out into line brawl on Wednesday

Detroit and Calgary get into massive fight in front of the benches on Wednesday.

Ryan Young

Flames place Jaromir Jagr on injured reserve, recall Mark Jankowski

The Calgary Flames Jaromir placed veteran forward Jaromir Jagr on injured-reserve Monday.

Evan Sporer

Flames' Jagr leaves game against Wild with lower-body injury

Jaromir Jagr left the Calgary Flames game on Saturday with a lower-body injury.

Evan Sporer

Flames' Matthew Tkachuk, Kings' Drew Doughty renew bad blood

Matthew Tkachuk and Drew Doughty don't like each other, and the feud spilled over into the Flames-Kings game on Wednesday.

Evan Sporer

Calgary wins in Jaromir Jagr's Flames debut

Jaromir Jagr stepped on the ice for his new team in a 4-3 win over the Kings on Wednesday night.

Rudi Schuller

Flames drop opener, but fiery Mike Smith is bright spot

Mike Smith's debut with the Calgary Flames featured great goaltending, in-your-face intensity, and a 3-0 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

Jim Cerny

Watch: Connor McDavid starts 2017-18 highlight reel with opening-night hat trick

The reigning NHL scoring champ picked up where he left off, netting all three Oilers goals in their season-opening shutout of the rival Flames Wednesday.

Brandon Schlager

Oilers honor Edmonton police constable Mike Chernyk before season opener

Constable Mike Chernyk received a rousing round of applause when introduced to the crowd at Rogers Place on Wednesday.

Rudi Schuller

Jaromir Jagr says 'it's going to take time' before he's at full speed for Flames

Jaromir Jagr got plenty of laughs at his introductory press conference with the Calgary Flames, but turned serious when he discussed when he might be ready to play.

Jim Cerny

NHL opening night: Hat tricks, Patrick Marleau and Penguins' OT blues

The NHL regular season finally opened Wednesday with a few of its biggest stars in action.

Brandon Schlager

Jaromir Jagr can make the Flames a much better team

Jaromir Jagr isn't just a feel-good story, but a productive, top-end talent whose cult hero status is rooted in his ability to play the game of hockey at a very high level.

Evan Sporer

Flames eager to welcome in 'one of a kind' Jaromir Jagr

The mere thought of adding Jaromir Jagr to their roster has Calgary Flames players excited for his seemingly imminent arrival.

Aaron Vickers

Jaromir Jagr signs one-year deal with Flames, report says

Jaromir Jagr's storied career will continue in 2017-18 with Calgary.

Evan Sporer

Pacific Division 2017-18 predictions: Oilers' crown a long time coming

A handful of the NHL's worst teams reside in the Pacific, including the expansion Golden Knights (it's not their fault). But there's also a good chance we'll find the Stanley Cup champs here, too.

Brandon Schlager

There will be no winners in the Flames' arena battle with Calgary

The Flames' ongoing search for a new arena in Calgary has turned ugly.

Evan Sporer

NHL playoffs schedule 2017: Standings, bracket for postseason

Here's the schedule for the first round of the 2017 NHL playoffs bracket.

Brandon Schlager

NHL injuries: Rough day for league with losses of Stamkos, Hall, Gaudreau

Tampa Bay's Steven Stamkos, New Jersey's Taylor Hall and Calgary's Johnny Gaudreau all will miss extended time, their teams said Wednesday.

Brandon Schlager

Johnny Gaudreau, Flames hash out six-year extension on brink of season

Johnny Gaudreau's ascent to "Johnny Hockey" has been rewarded with a contract that pays $40.5 million contract over six years.

Brandon Schlager

NHL Draft 2016: Andrew Shaw, Lars Eller, Brian Elliott all traded on draft night

The first round of the NHL Draft may have been light on Canadian players selected, but it had plenty of trades.

Ron Clements

NHL enters Deflategate territory with appeal of Dennis Wideman suspension ruling

The case looks eerily similar to NFL v. Brady.

Brandon Schlager

Canada's elimination from NHL playoff contention a 'reality check'

For the second time in league history, not a single Canada-based NHL franchise managed to qualify for the playoffs. One former star says the development should jolt all involved.

Brandon Schlager

Dennis Wideman's controversial suspension slashed in half

An arbitrator cut Wideman's suspension from 20 games to 10 after he determined Wideman showed no intent to hurt linesman Don Henderson.

Gabrielle McMillen

Brian Burke fumes over NHL's handling of Dennis Wideman suspension

It wasn't long before the Flames president sounded off on commissioner Gary Bettman's "incomprehensible" handling of Wideman's appeal.

Brandon Schlager

Flames' Dennis Wideman sends linesman to ice with cross-check

Wideman hits Don Henderson from behind while skating toward the Flames' bench. The veteran defenseman says he later apologized to Henderson.

Brandon Schlager

Flames, Canucks fight two seconds into season opener

There was no love lost between the Flames and Canucks during the offseason.

Brandon Schlager

Flames extend Hartley

Contract comes despite Calgary's recent woes.

Travis Durkee