Calgary Flames Consider Trades
The Calgary Flames are receiving intensified interest in winger Blake Coleman and defenseman Zach Whitecloud as the NHL trade deadline approaches. With the Flames sitting near the bottom of the Pacific Division with a 24-29-7 record, 12 points out of a playoff position, the team is exploring options to reshape its roster.
Blake Coleman has had a solid season, recording 13 goals and 9 assists in 48 games, along with a plus-9 differential. He remains under contract for the next season with a $4.9 million average annual value. Meanwhile, Zach Whitecloud has contributed 2 goals and 11 points in 59 games, and is in the second season of a six-year contract valued at $16.5 million, with a cap hit of $2.75 million this year.
Recent moves by the Flames, including the trade of defenseman MacKenzie Weegar to the Mammoth of Utah in exchange for three second-round picks in 2026, prospect Jonathan Castagna, and defenseman Olli Maata, indicate a willingness to convert established players into picks and prospects.
According to NHL insider Darren Dreger, Coleman’s chances of being dealt before the deadline are estimated at 40%. He noted that while offers for Coleman exist, they are not yet compelling enough to force a deal. Craig Conroy, the Flames’ general manager, is actively managing calls and evaluating potential returns.
In addition to the Flames’ interest, Kent Hughes of the Montreal Canadiens has shown past interest in Coleman, suggesting a potential match should the Flames decide to move the forward.
All decisions regarding trades must be finalized by the trade deadline at 3:00 p.m. ET on Friday. As the clock ticks down, the Flames will need to weigh their options carefully, balancing the potential for immediate improvement against the long-term benefits of acquiring future assets.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific offers on the table, but the situation is evolving rapidly as teams position themselves for the final stretch of the season.
