Flames' Rebuild: Conroy's Deadline Moves Praise

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Calgary Flames General Manager Craig Conroy made six trades during the 2025-26 season,

marking a shift to a clear rebuild after.

Just one deal the year before.

The biggest move sent veterans Rasmus Anderson to Vegas, McKinsey-Wigart to Utah,

and Nazim Cadbury back to Colorado on Deadline Day, March 6th.

In return, the Flames stocked up on picks like a 2027 first from Vegas and a 2028 first from

Colorado, plus prospects, and depth players.

Earlier this week, Conroy started with Anderson on January 18th,

getting defenders Zach Wyclow, prospect Abram Webe, and picks including a conditional second

that could upgrade.

Then on February 2nd, he swapped minor-leger Jeremy Porje to Dallas for Gavin White.

By March 4th, Wegear went for Ali Mahata, a center prospect, and three second rounders in

2026. Fans had mixed feelings at first, especially about dealing to Vegas again,

but most now praise the haul that sets up a strong draft.

Anderson and Wegear struggled lately, while newcomers like Wyclow and Mahata have stepped

up right away with Mahata averaging over 23 minutes of game and already assisting.

On Deadline Day, smaller deals brought center Ryan Strong from Anaheim for a seventh rounder.

He has four points and four games and swapped prospects.

With the Rangers, getting more experience Brent and Othman for Jacob Vitalia.

Cadbury's trade topped it off, landing-wing Victor Olofsen, prospect Max Curran,

and solid picks despite some salary retention.

These moves give Calgary cap space and assets for the future,

turning uncertainty into excitement for young talent and the upcoming draft lottery.

Conray earned high marks overall, signaling the rebuild is real.

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