2025/2026 Season Trade Rumours and Speculation Thread

[Tbull8]

Originally Posted by The EBUG's EBUG

Roster asset management aside, the other thing I really hope they don't do to try and be "competitive" for the new rink is rush the kids. They should be in no hurry to promote these guys unless they absolutely blow the doors off.

Reschny I could see being a guy that makes the jump to the AHL next year depending on how his 2nd half goes.

Potter, Wyttenbach could all probably stand to gain from another year in the NCAA, maybe at bigger programs? Mews will need a year for sure coming back from injury, Misa is starting to pop in 2026 so another year would be good. Stockselius needs time but maybe that's AHL? Might be worth leaving him another year in the SHL given he's been hurt this year.

Whoever they pick at the top of the draft this year might be interesting, if it's a Lawrence then i'd be a big fan of giving him a full NCAA season, same goes for like a Malholtra or Bjork etc.

Regardless, I feel like in an ideal world the "competitive" team in the new barn isn't pushing for a playoff spot but is full of rookies and promising kids coming in and contributing and learning from the jump. In the meantime, let them cook as long as you can.

Is Reschny AHL eligibile next year?

[Roko]

Originally Posted by the-rasta-masta

I wouldn't be in a rush to flip Whitecloud. Might be worth seeing what he can provide in an expanded role in Calgary up to the trade deadline at minimum. Perhaps he can actually up his value with some more opportunity a la Bahl.

With hanifin out he was playing a ton in Vegas. I think his value is high and flames being bad can only hurt his value. I’d want to move him asap

My two cents.

[Roko]

Originally Posted by Tbull8

Is Reschny AHL eligibile next year?

Anyone coming from NCAA is.

[Enoch Root]

For a team to be contenders, they need TWO good Cs - whether Reschny tops out as a 2C, or can be part of a top line, I think there is a good chance that he can be one of the 2 Cs.

Without trying to predict exactly where they top out, I would have the following categories:

Key pieces (core):
Wolf, Parekh, Gridin, Reschny, 26 1st, 27 1st, Coronato

Wildcards (if they hit, they could be core):
Potter, Wyttenbach, Stockselius

Roster players (good, but not 'core'):
Zary, Honzek, Brzustewicz, Bahl, Kuznetsov

Longer shots (if any work out, awesome):
Suniev, Basha, Battaglia, Morin, Mews, Stromgren, Kerins, King, Misa

I think out of all that, you've got between 8 and 12 players, 14 or so if all goes perfectly. That is lots to work with, considering we have a few more years to add more pieces.

[GioforPM]

Reschny looks like at least a 2C but one who could play with elite wingers on a top line. Like Conroy did with Iginla, or Ovie's various centres or Zibanejad after Panarin showed up.

[Table 5]

Lots of good pieces to work with, but unfortunately we're still missing a couple on the elite end of things...especially the one player that has been eluding this franchise for eons and that's hardest to get...a truly elite 1st line Center. Hopefully that's rectified in the next 2-3 drafts (next year looks like a great one to bottom out?).

[PeteMoss]

Originally Posted by MacFlame

I remember hearing alot of the same concerns when Iginla and Boumester, etc. were all traded....that it was going to take a decade to rebuild the franchise. It didnt.

Why? Because the flames had a number of players to help ease the transition (Backlund, Giordano, Cammaleri, etc.) and they had a number of players that were already on their way or were about to be drafted (Brodie, Monahan, Gaudreau). IN subsequent years they drafted Tkachuck, Bennett, Mangiapane, Andersson, etc.)

This team, in its current situation, isnt really that far off from the 2013-2014 flames roster.

They also were bad before they trade Iginla, etc.

Bad in 12-13 - allowed them to get Monahan (6th overall)
Bad in 13-14 - allowed them to get Bennett (4th overall)
Miracle year in 14-15
Bad in 14-15 - allowed them to get Tkachuk (6th overall)

Also got the world's rarest breakout in Giordano who suddenly become elite at age 30.

We are essentially at the 12-13 season in terms of the rebuild. If you can land two star players in the next two drafts - then you can dream. But have to be willing to suck next year as well.

[looooob]

Originally Posted by Enoch Root

For a team to be contenders, they need TWO good Cs - whether Reschny tops out as a 2C, or can be part of a top line, I think there is a good chance that he can be one of the 2 Cs.

Without trying to predict exactly where they top out, I would have the following categories:

Key pieces (core):
Wolf, Parekh, Gridin, Reschny, 26 1st, 27 1st

Wildcards (if they hit, they could be core):
Potter, Wyttenbach, Stockselius

Roster players (good, but not 'core'):
Honzek, Brzustewicz, Bahl, Kuznetsov

Longer shots (if any work out, awesome):
Suniev, Basha, Battaglia, Morin, Mews, Stromgren, Kerins, King, Misa

I think out of all that, you've got between 8 and 12 players, 14 or so if all goes perfectly. That is lots to work with, considering we have a few more years to add more pieces.

given that Bahl and Wolf are here I guess its fair to ask where would you slot Coronato (to a lesser extent Zary and a few other guys that are around presently)

[Niemo]

Probably should also keep in mind the ages of Backlund, Cammalleri, Gio, etc., at that time were entering their prime. Our vet Core have already left their prime (Naz, Hub, Weegs, Backlund, Coleman, etc.).

[sureLoss]

Reschny is only eligible for the AHL if they get the new 19 year old rule in place next season.

He was drafted out of the WHL and is therefore subject to the rules of the NHL/CHL transfer agreement.

[The EBUG's EBUG]

Originally Posted by Table 5

Lots of good pieces to work with, but unfortunately we're still missing a couple on the elite end of things...especially the one player that has been eluding this franchise for eons and that's hardest to get...a truly elite 1st line Center. Hopefully that's rectified in the next 2-3 drafts (next year looks like a great one to bottom out?).

Stenberg this year, Milan Sundström next year, we ride baby.

[TrentCrimmIndependent]

Originally Posted by Table 5

Lots of good pieces to work with, but unfortunately we're still missing a couple on the elite end of things...especially the one player that has been eluding this franchise for eons and that's hardest to get...a truly elite 1st line Center. Hopefully that's rectified in the next 2-3 drafts (next year looks like a great one to bottom out?).

Top winger this year (Stenberg/McKenna), top center next (Joseph).

[The EBUG's EBUG]

Originally Posted by sureLoss

Reschny is only eligible for the AHL if they get the new 19 year old rule in place next season.

He was drafted out of the WHL and is therefore subject to the rules of the NHL/CHL transfer agreement.

I believe it's effective 26/27? Hand up if i'm wrong though.

[Jiri Hrdina]

Originally Posted by The EBUG's EBUG

Stenberg this year, Milan Sundström next year, we ride baby.

Stenberg this year. Alexis Jospeh next year.
#rebuildover

EDIT: I actually think if Vancouver gets #1 they will take Stenberg. Maybe it's Gavin this year, Joseph next year. Dare to dream.

[sureLoss]

Originally Posted by The EBUG's EBUG

I believe it's effective 26/27? Hand up if i'm wrong though.

It is supposed to be implemented next season, but they still have to negotiate with the CHL. Been pushed off to the summer apparently.

[Enoch Root]

Originally Posted by GioforPM

Reschny looks like at least a 2C but one who could play with elite wingers on a top line. Like Conroy did with Iginla, or Ovie's various centres or Zibanejad after Panarin showed up.

Exactly how I see him.

Still hoping for: McKenna - Reschny - Gridin

[Enoch Root]

Originally Posted by looooob

given that Bahl and Wolf are here I guess its fair to ask where would you slot Coronato (to a lesser extent Zary and a few other guys that are around presently)

Totally forgot about Coronato and Zary...

I would put Coronato in the core group at the top, and Zary in the 'roster players' group

[The EBUG's EBUG]

Originally Posted by Jiri Hrdina

Stenberg this year. Alexis Jospeh next year.
#rebuildover

EDIT: I actually think if Vancouver gets #1 they will take Stenberg. Maybe it's Gavin this year, Joseph next year. Dare to dream.

Champagne problems, would love it either way.

Maybe Joseph reignites Huberdeau's passion for hockey with his Québécois kinship.

[YyjFlames]

Originally Posted by PeteMoss

They also were bad before they trade Iginla, etc.

Bad in 12-13 - allowed them to get Monahan (6th overall)
Bad in 13-14 - allowed them to get Bennett (4th overall)
Miracle year in 14-15
Bad in 14-15 - allowed them to get Tkachuk (6th overall)

Also got the world's rarest breakout in Giordano who suddenly become elite at age 30.

We are essentially at the 12-13 season in terms of the rebuild. If you can land two star players in the next two drafts - then you can dream. But have to be willing to suck next year as well.

Where it really comes together for the Flames in this rebuild is they already have their franchise goalie. That was the missing piece in the last run that really killed a couple of seasons.

So if they can still bottom out in the next two years with him and draft their franchise forwards, look out (plus, with the extra late firsts, they can keep their prospect cupboard full which will help with the longevity of the next run).

Despite all the drama on this site, Calgary is in a very good spot.

[MacFlame]

Originally Posted by PeteMoss

They also were bad before they trade Iginla, etc.

Bad in 12-13 - allowed them to get Monahan (6th overall)
Bad in 13-14 - allowed them to get Bennett (4th overall)
Miracle year in 14-15
Bad in 14-15 - allowed them to get Tkachuk (6th overall)

Also got the world's rarest breakout in Giordano who suddenly become elite at age 30.

We are essentially at the 12-13 season in terms of the rebuild. If you can land two star players in the next two drafts - then you can dream. But have to be willing to suck next year as well.

Yup
Bad in 23-24: allowed them to get Parekh (9th overall)
Almost made the playoffs in 24-25 ( a miracle year haha)
Bad in 25-26: allowed them to get?
Bad in 26-27 allowed them to get?

The 2012-2013 team didnt have in place:
a Wolf
a Coronato
a Gridin



I concur with Gio....a tremendous surprise. But I guess that's my point. You just never know.

Thinking that this team can't be competitive in two years is silly. That doesnt mean I think they'll be competing for a cup in two years, but I also dont think I'll continue to be falling asleep watching them play.