The Calgary Flames are in the thick of a pivotal 2025-26 season marked by major roster changes and a focus on the future. Here are the key storylines and their upcoming schedule for the week of Jan. 25 – Feb. 1, 2026.
The Aftermath of the Andersson Trade
The biggest news in Calgary remains the recent blockbuster trade of Rasmus Andersson. This move has officially signaled the direction of the team as the March trade deadline approaches.
The Flames sent their long-time top-pairing defenseman to the Vegas Golden Knights last week. In return, Calgary received defenseman Zach Whitecloud, prospect Abram Wiebe, a 2027 1st-round pick, and a conditional 2028 2nd-round pick. This return — heavy on draft capital — is a clear commitment to retooling for the future.
Who Is Next? (Kadri & Coleman Rumours)
With Andersson gone, the “sell-off” speculation has shifted to veteran forwards Nazem Kadri and Blake Coleman. Reports from TSN’s Darren Dreger indicate general manager (GM) Craig Conroy is fielding calls, with “moderate” interest in Kadri from teams like the Montreal Canadiens, though his contract and no-move clause make a deal complex.
The “Mushy Middle” vs. The Tank
The Flames sit in a difficult spot in the standings — not quite good enough for a guaranteed playoff spot, but not bad enough for guaranteed lottery odds for 2026 top prospect Gavin McKenna. The fanbase is currently divided on whether the team should aggressively “pivot” (tank) to improve their draft position now that Andersson is gone.
Offensive Drought
On the ice, the team is struggling to find the back of the net, having been held to one goal or fewer in numerous games since the New Year. This puts immense pressure on goaltender Dustin Wolf, who continues to perform well despite the lack of goal support.
Flames Schedule Jan 25 – Feb 1
| Date | Day | Time (MST) | Opponent | Venue | Notes |
| Jan 25 | Sunday | 6:00 PM | Anaheim Ducks | Home | A winnable game against a rebuilding division rival. |
| Jan 29 | Thursday | 6:00 PM | Minnesota Wild | Away | A tough Central Division road test. |
| Jan 31 | Saturday | 2:00 PM | San Jose Sharks | Home | Matinee game; key for “tank battle” positioning. |
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