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http://flames.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=680593

“We have a serious commitment to rebuilding and getting our prospects ready to contribute as quickly as possible in Calgary,” said Flames General Manager Jay Feaster. “We continue to demonstrate the importance we have placed on development. In support of these objectives, we are excited to be able to add such a quality organization as the Alaska Aces to our development process.”

"We always said we didn’t just want an affiliation. We wanted the right affiliation," said Terry Parks, Managing Member of the Aces’ ownership group. "The Flames are an organization on the rise. They have a great group of talented, young players, and we are certain that this relationship will pay dividends for both sides."

"There are so many things to be excited about by partnering with Calgary and Abbotsford," Aces’ Head Coach Rob Murray said. "We’re going to be able to give our guys a first-hand look at AHL training camps with a top-notch organization like the Heat. They’re going to be able to take that experience and grow from it all year long. Additionally, we know that we’re going to get some of the best young talent around to develop throughout the season."