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Flames Trade Blake Coleman for Future | Calgary Flames News

Published
July 2, 2026
Duration
1:28
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Last updated
Jul 5, 2026

Discusses hockey.

Summary

The Calgary Flames make a savvy move, trading Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta to the Wild for Jake Middleton and three draft picks — plus keeping half of Coleman’s cap hit. GM Craig Conroy’s long-term vision shines through, targeting young, physical defensemen like Middleton, who can anchor the penalty kill and play big minutes. Coleman, entering his final …

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The Calgary Flames make a savvy move, trading Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta to the Wild for Jake Middleton and three draft picks — plus keeping half of Coleman’s cap hit. GM Craig Conroy’s long-term vision shines through, targeting young, physical defensemen like Middleton, who can anchor the penalty kill and play big minutes. Coleman, entering his final season, sought trade clarity — and got it — while the Flames now have a clearer, more flexible roster heading into the next season. Listen in c

Themes

  • hockey