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https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/ca...st-connor-zary

Speaking with a source close to the situation in Calgary, the Flames are going to explore ways to bolster their lineup this summer. But the plan is not to acquire just any name; if the Flames are to make an outside addition, it will be a top UFA or trade target. Based on conversations I’ve had with those inside the organization, the Flames plan to go “big game hunting” in Free Agency; if Calgary cannot land one of the bigger-name free agents, they will explore the trade market or carry their cap space into next season and go from there.

Speaking with a source, the Flames’ main objective is to bring in an impact scorer. But, as mentioned above, the Flames are not going to go after just anyone – they want to go big game hunting. In years past, the Flames were on the hunt to add to their center ice position, but after the acquisition of Frost last season that need isn’t as pressing. The Flames want to add a forward of any position that can help the team’s offensive production at even strength and on the power play.

Speculates they will go after Marner.


Also on Zary, Bahl, and Frost contract negoitations:

Last week, I reported that the Flames were planning to explore a bridge contract with Zary in the neighborhood of three years at around $3 million. In the case of Bahl and Frost, both situations appear to be unique, according to sources. The plan for Bahl is a longer-term contract if the Flames are to have their ideal scenario unfold. Bahl, who will turn 25 next month, registered 17 assists and 20 points in 73 games this season.

As for Frost, the 26-year-old registered just three goals and 12 points in 32 games for the Flames after coming over from the Philadelphia Flyers mid-season. Speaking with a source, there is a belief that the Frost camp could look for a one-year contract, which would give the player a chance to bet on himself after a mediocre campaign in 2024-25. It would also walk Frost to UFA status in July of 2026; if it goes to arbitration, the Flames would try to get a two-year contract awarded.