Francis: In defence of Gio
Playoff run will be short if Flames can't halt skid in Anaheim
Let’s not get too far ahead of ourselves, but if the Calgary Flames win the Stanley Cup this spring, it’s hard to imagine any of these guys wailing, ‘I’m going to Disneyland!’ during the celebrations.
Calgary Flames regular season series against Anaheim Ducks
The Calgary Flames dropped four of five meetings with the Anaheim Ducks this regular season. We revisit the five clashes and the most memorable (or forgettable) moments.
Calgary Flames goalie Brian Elliott shines down the stretch to lead club into NHL playoffs
Perhaps, with those tiny ear holes on a goaltending mask, Brian Elliott could convince himself those were not cat-calls, that fans in his new hockey home were just warming up to his nickname.
Flames goaltender Jon Gillies riding NHL post-season wave
In the wake of Chad Johnson’s injury, Jon Gillies was recalled last Wednesday from the Stockton Heat to fill in while the Calgary Flames wrapped up their regular season in California.
Flames were not fretting over first-round opponents
The idea’s origin was still up in the air Monday morning but Glen Gulutzan knew two things.
Flames clash with Ducks in first-round NHL playoff series
It came down to the wire, but the Calgary Flames now know what they’ve suspected for at least a week.
Playoff position looks beak ... er, bleak for Flames
And so, in the end, the Calgary Flames get the worst draw possible to open the playoffs.
Flames captain Mark Giordano pumped for first playoff game since 2007
There seems to be a bone of contention between the coach and the captain.
Calgary Flames' 2016-17 regular-season timeline: Starts with a whimper, ends with a real bang
The Calgary Flames are back in the National Hockey League playoffs. If you need a refresher in what the heck happened this regular season, here's a Flames 2016-17 season timeline.
Flames veteran Stajan will share lesson learned from franchise legends
SAN JOSE — This trail of advice can be traced to some of the Calgary Flames’ franchise greats, although Matt Stajan was in Toronto when it was passed along to him.
Rasmus Andersson finally gets his chance in San Jose as Flames rest a few regulars
SAN JOSE — For Rasmus Andersson, the waiting game is over.
Gordie Howe's sons kick off pro-am tourney in father's memory
One by one, admirers lined up to shake hands, pay their respects, share their Gordie Howe stories and pose for a picture.
Extras get the job done for Flames in win against Kings
LOS ANGELES — Here in Tinseltown, the extras don’t often get their due.
Ducks GM upset with Giordano hit on Cam Fowler
LOS ANGELES - Tempers flared Tuesday between the Calgary Flames and Anaheim Ducks.
