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Flames Trade Coleman for Future | Calgary Flames News
- Published
- July 2, 2026
- Duration
- 1:49
- Summary source
- description
- Last updated
- Jul 5, 2026
Discusses hockey.
Summary
The Calgary Flames just pulled off a bold trade, sending Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild for veteran defenseman Jake Middleton and three future draft picks. Coleman’s departure opens up top-nine forward spots for younger players like Sam Honzek, while losing a high-usage veteran could actually help the Flames climb draft rankings — a k…
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The Calgary Flames just pulled off a bold trade, sending Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild for veteran defenseman Jake Middleton and three future draft picks. Coleman’s departure opens up top-nine forward spots for younger players like Sam Honzek, while losing a high-usage veteran could actually help the Flames climb draft rankings — a key move for a rebuilding team. Middleton, known for his grit, physical play, and locker-room leadership, brings stability and toughness to the
Themes
- hockey