Do the Calgary Flames have it in them to rebound from a playoff miss this upcoming season? Ryan Kennedy and Mike Stephens discuss.
The 2023-24 NHL season is set to begin on Oct. 10, and the Calgary Flames cannot wait for their fresh start.
Ryan Kennedy and Mike Stephens analyzed the Flames as part of their Pacific Division preview episode of The Hockey News Podcast. Can they make the playoffs under new GM Craig Conroy and coach Ryan Huska after just missing the 2023 post-season?
Calgary Flames
2022-23 Result: 38-27-17, 93 PTS, 5th in Pacific, 16th in NHL
Key Additions: Yegor Sharangovich (C/W), Jordan Oesterle (D)
Key Departures: Tyler Toffoli (RW), Milan Lucic (LW), Nick Ritchie (LW), Matthew Phillips (RW/C), Troy Stecher (D), Michael Stone (D)
Further Reading
NHL Prospect Overview: Tony Ferrari examines the strengths and weaknesses of the Calgary Flames' prospect pool. The prospect expert also analyzes the 2023 NHL draft class, other notable players, and the next players he thinks are most likely to graduate to the top team, Matt Coronato and Dustin Wolf.
NHL Hot Seat Radar: Adam Proteau has Jacob Markstrom on the hot seat to bounce back next season, but Jonathan Huberdeau faces some pressure as well. Meanwhile, another 2022 acquisition is on the cold seat as someone the Flames should keep for a long time.
NHL Off-Season Outlook: Earlier this summer, Adam Proteau examined the biggest needs and positives for the Flames heading into the off-season. Some needs still need addressed.
The Hockey News Yearbook: Check out the in-depth preview for all 32 NHL teams, as well as their projected finish in the standings and much more. Subscribe to The Hockey News magazine and get a free issue at THN.com/Free.
The Hockey News’ Calgary Flames Team Site: Randy Sportak has the latest news, rumors, analysis and more all about Alberta's southern franchise at THN.com/Calgary.