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31 years have flown by; it seems like just yesterday that we were able to hoist the #StanleyCup as champions of the #NHL.
These are the nights that we remember.
#89cup #stanleycupwinners #calgaryflames
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Happy birthday to Theo Fleury, who turns 54 today!
He played in 791 games with the #Flames, scoring 364 goals and 830 points!
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Jim 'Bearcat' Murray was an exceptional human being who was the epitome of kindness and humility. He did so much for so many, contributing so much to the #Flames organization and our community.
Rest in peace, Bearcat ❤️ You will be missed by so many.
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A message from Lanny through his Instagram ❤️
Our gratitude and love goes out to all of the medical professionals who helped Lanny and continue to provide care for our friend!
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Happy 55th birthday, Theo Fleury!
In 791 regular season games, he put up 364 goals and 830 points! In the playoffs, he recorded 29 goals and 62 points in 59 games and won the Stanley Cup in '89 🔥
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Today, we remember our friend, brother, and teammate, Steve Montador.
One of the kindest souls you would ever meet, Monty was the ultimate team player. He uplifted everyone around him and was always thinking of others.
Rest in peace, Monty ❤️
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On this day in 2011, Miikka Kiprusoff became the first goalie to post a shutout in an outdoor game!
In the #Flames 4-0 #HeritageClassic win over the Habs, he made 39 saves 🥅
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An amazing man gone far too soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kelsie, Cohen, Willa, and all of Chris' family and friends.
We, along with the entire hockey community, are mourning the passing of Chris Snow. Even while battling ALS, Chris dedicated his life to helping others and he changed the lives of so many.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Kelsie and children Cohen and Willa ❤️
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We are deeply saddened by the loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. Johnny was a beacon of positivity and his dedication not only to the game but having an impact on others was tremendous. Our thoughts and prayers are with Johnny and Matthew’s family and friends ❤️
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Another honour for Lanny!
He has received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, which is awarded to those who have made significant contributions to their province!
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On this day in 2018, Jarome Iginla officially announced his retirement from the NHL. Acquired from the Dallas Stars in 1995, Iggy would go on to play 1219 games with the #Flames, scoring 525 goals and 1095 points - both of which are franchise records.
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On this day in 2003, the #Flames acquired Miikka Kiprusoff from San Jose 🔥
Kipper went on to play 576 games, posting 305 wins, a .914 save percentage, and 41 shutouts 🤯
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On the ice, Börje Salming was a trailblazer, opening the door for Swedish and European players in the NHL.
Off the ice, he incredibly kind and gracious, always looking to help out anyone in need. He inspired us all with his generosity and good will.
Rest in peace, Börje.
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Congratulations to Miikka Kiprusoff, who will have his jersey retired on Mar. 2, 2024!
He holds the #Flames records in wins (305), shutouts (41), GAA (2.46), save % (.913) and games played by a goaltender (576). He also is the franchise leader in playoff shutouts (6) 🔥
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Happy 56th birthday, @TheoFleury14!
n 791 regular season games, he put up 364 goals and 830 points! In the playoffs, he recorded 29 goals and 62 points in 59 games and won the Stanley Cup in '89!
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Today, we remember Brad 'Beast' McCrimmon and the 43 others who tragically lost their lives in the Lokomotiv Yaroslavl plane crash.
Beast was an exceptional teammate and friend, a natural leader who inspired all those around him.
Rest in peace ❤️
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Today, we remember our brother Chris Simon on what would have been his 53rd birthday.
Chris was an incredible teammate and friend and we deeply miss him ❤️
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Happy 53rd birthday, Craig Conroy!
The forward suited up for 507 games with the #Flames, posting 97 goals and 308 points! After retiring from playing, he stayed in hockey and is now Calgary's general manager!
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On what would have been Steve Montador's 43rd birthday, we remember his incredibly kind spirit, his generosity, and his ability to lift up everyone around him.
Rest in peace, Monty. You're always in our thoughts and hearts.
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On this day in 2019, Jarome Iginla's #12 was officially retired and hung in the rafters at the 'Dome!
In 1219 games with the #Flames, Iggy posted 525 goals, 570 assists, and 1095 points 🔥
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We're so incredibly proud of Verny and his induction into the Hockey Hall Of Fame! We were honoured to make the trip to Toronto to celebrate his incredible achievement and enjoy our time together!
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Congratulations Mikael! He is now the 4th Flame to win the King Clancy, joining Lanny McDonald, Joe Nieuwendyk, and Jarome Iginla ❤️
MIKAEL BACKLUND, KING CLANCY WINNER!
Mikael and Frida's incredible work in the community is second to none and we're so proud ❤️
ALT King Clancy Winner graphic featuring photos of Mikael Backlund and the trophy
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We’ve got another Hall Of Famer in our ranks!
Congrats Verny 🔥 He received his HHOF ring today in Toronto!
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Congratulations to Jarome Iginla, who has been named the #Flames Special Advisor to the General Manager! A legend on the ice, we know you're going be a perfect fit in your new role!
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YEAH BABY!
Happy 76th birthday to the man, the myth, the legend: Peter Maher!
He joined the Calgary radio crew in 1980-81 and spent 33 years calling #Flames games!
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Happy 48th birthday, Miikka Kiprusoff!
The netminder holds #Flames records for games played (576), wins (305), saves (14,631), and shutouts (41) 🔥 Last year, his number 34 was retired by the organization!
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On this day in 1995, Jarome Iginla became a Calgary Flame 🔥
Acquired in the deal that sent Joe Nieuwendyk to Dallas, Iggy would go on to become the franchise leader in games played (1219), goals (525), and points (1095).
Not too shabby.
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Happy 70th birthday Lanny!
He played 492 games with the #Flames, scoring 406 points! In the playoffs, he played 72 games, scored 47 points, and won the Cup in '89!
In retirement, he's been busy with countless charities and organizations, working to make our community better!
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Happy 52nd birthday, Craig Conroy!
In 507 games with the #Flames, he registered 97 goals and 308 points! After retiring from playing, he remained in the organization and is now heading into his first season as the club's general manager!
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Happy 47th birthday Iggy!
Now the #Flames Special Advisor to the GM, #12 is the franchise leader in games played (1219), goals (525) and points (1095) 🔥 Legend!
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On this day in 2004, Martin 'The Eliminator' Gelinas ended the first round series vs. the Canucks when he scored the game-winner 1:25 into OT in Game 7!
Jarome Iginla scored twice and Miikka Kiprusoff made 26 saves in the 3-2 win 🔥
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21 years ago, Jarome Iginla won the Art Ross Trophy and the Rocket Richard Trophy after his 52-goal, 96-point season 🔥
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Congrats Tim!
The @HockeyAlberta Hall Of Fame has announced Tim Hunter has been named to the Class of 2023!
We're so proud, @hockey_tr!
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Rene Bourque will be in attendance at tonight's Indigenous Celebration game, dropping the puck on Hockey Night In Canada ahead of the #Flames vs. Canucks tilt!
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On this day in 2003, the #Flames acquired goaltender Miikka Kiprusoff from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a second round draft pick.
Kipper went on to play 576 games and post 305 wins, a 2.46 GAA, a .913 save percentage, and 41 shutouts 🔥
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Happy 50th birthday to Sandy McCarthy! During his four and a half seasons with the #Flames, he put up 730 PIM 💪
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On this day in 1989, @AMacInnis2 was named the winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy, which goes to the MVP of the Stanley Cup Playoffs!
On route to winning the Cup, MacInnis put up 7 goals and 31 points in 22 games!
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On this day in 2004, Martin 'The Eliminator' Gelinas scored the OT winner against Detroit and ended the Western Conference Semi-Final!
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The Emerson Stajan Infant Transition Room has opened in the Foothills Medical Centre NICU Unit 💙
Through fundraising efforts by the Stajan family and the @FlamesFdn, this room will be a comforting area for the stabilization of infants!
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Happy 45th birthday Iggy!
Through a franchise-leading 1219 games, he holds the record for most goals by a Flame (525) and most points by a Flame (1095), among many other records!
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On what would have been his 47th birthday, we remember our brother Wade Belak.
A tremendously kind soul, Wade was the heart-and-soul of every team he played on. The ultimate teammate, he left an impression on everyone he met.
We miss you, Wade.
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Happy 53rd birthday, Martin Gelinas!
In 157 regular season games, The Eliminator scored 38 goals and 87 points. In 26 playoff games, he put up 8 goals and 15 points 🔥
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On this day in 1980, the #Flames played their first game in Calgary at the Stampede Corral! Taking on the Quebec Nordiques, the game wrapped up with a 5–5 tie.
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On what would have been his 64th birthday, we remember our brother Brad McCrimmon.
Beast was tough as nails on the ice and one of the kindest souls you would ever meet off of it. A leader, he inspired all of those around him as a player and as a coach.
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Happy 88th Birthday to Bearcat Murray: the man who pioneered studded shoes on the ice, had prototype rollerblades, and has a smile for every day.
For a little throwback, here’s an article by the intrepid @GeoJohnson57 about Bearcat! nhl.com/flames/news/flames-e…
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Happy 60th birthday, Mike Vernon!
The netminder played 527 games with his hometown #Flames and sits second in franchise wins, games played, and shutouts!
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What an honour!
Tim Hunter has been inducted in the @HockeyAlberta Hall Of Fame! The Calgarian played 815 #NHL games, 545 of which were spent with the #Flames!
Tim is an extremely active member of our alumni group, working tirelessly in our community!
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On this day in 1989, Lanny became the 23rd player in NHL history to hit 1000 points 🔥
In a 9-5 win over the Winnipeg Jets, he scored 2:46 into the game to reach the milestone. He then added his 1001st point in the third period with a goal coming 3:17 into the final frame!
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What a week for Verny!
He has received his Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, which is awarded to those who have made significant contributions to their province!
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Happy Mother's Day!
Today's the perfect day to look back at this incredible read from the @NHLFlames, in which Jarome Iginla's mom Susan looks back on his career ❤️
📄: bit.ly/3pw4tzQ
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Happy 80th birthday, Terry Crisp!
After a successful playing career, Crispy went on to coach. He spent 2 seasons as the head coach of the #Flames AHL affiliate, the Moncton Golden Flames, before being named Calgary's bench boss in 1987-88, winning the Cup in 1989 🔥
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Happy 60th birthday, @AMacInnis2!
In 803 regular season games, he scored 213 goals and 822 points - a franchise record for scoring by a defenceman and ranking him third-all time among #Flames skaters! In the playoffs, he holds the franchise record with 102 points in 95 games!
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On this day in 1995, the #Flames acquired this guy from the Dallas Stars 🔥
Iggy would go on to play 1219 games in Calgary, scoring 525 goals, 570 assists, 1095 points, 83 game-winning goals, 161 power play goals, and threw 733 hits 💪
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One year ago, we lost our teammate and brother, Bryan Marchment.
Our thoughts and hearts are with his family and friends ❤️
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On this day in 1989, the #Flames kicked off the Stanley Cup Final with a 3-2 win over the Habs in Game 1!
@TheoFleury14 scored the game-winner and Mike Vernon stopped 29 of the 31 shots he faced!
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Happy 41st birthday @MarkGio05!
The defenceman played 949 games with the #Flames, posting 143 goals and 509 points 🔥
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Happy 72nd birthday, Lanny!
He suited up for 492 games with the #Flames, scoring 215 goals and 406 points, and he captained the club to the #StanleyCup in 1989! Working with a variety of organizations and charities, he has devoted countless hours to helping out in our community!
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Rhett Warrener and Curtis Glencross were out at Red Lot ahead of Game 5, checking in with the #CofRed and cheering on the boys!
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Ahead of tonight’s #NHLAwards, Lanny has a message for Mikael Backlund ❤️
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Congrats to Mikael Backlund for hitting the 900-game mark! He's the third #Flames player to do so, joining Iggy and Gio, and is the only player drafted by Calgary to hit this incredible milestone!
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob Murdoch’s family and friends following his passing.
Mud was a tremendous hockey player but an even better man, touching the lives of all who knew him. He brought out the best in everyone around him.
Rest in peace ❤️
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20 years ago today, Martin "The Eliminator" Gelinas wrapped up our 2004 Western Conference semi-final series vs. Detroit with this OT goal 🔥
🎥: @NHLFlames
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Happy 62nd birthday to @HkanLoob!
He spent his entire NHL career with the #Flames, playing 450 regular season games, scoring 193 goals, and posting 429 points! In the playoffs, he suited up for 73 games, scored 54 points, and won the #StanleyCup in 1989!
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May 9, 2004 – Def Steve Montador couldn’t have timed his only PO goal better scoring 18:43 of OT in 4-3W at SJose 1st game of West Conf final. Craig Conroy scored 2G. Miikka Kiprusoff #1 star 49 saves, 12 in OT. #redhothistory #PeterMaher #stanleycupplayoffs
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On this day in 2003, the #Flames traded a second round draft pick to San Jose in exchange for goaltender Miikka Kiprusoff.
Trade worked out pretty well, we'd say.
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Happy 31st birthday, Micheal Ferland!
The forward, who was drafted by the #Flames in the fifth round in 2010, played 250 games in Calgary, scoring 42 goals and 89 points!
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On this day in 2019, Jarome Iginla had his hometown rink in St Albert officially renamed after him 🔥
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Happy 39th birthday, Jiri Hudler!
In 248 games with the #Flames, he scored 68 goals and 192 points!
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Hanging in the 'Dome, chilling with Jarome!
Iggy took in last night's @AHLWranglers win over Abbotsford!
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On #FlamesFlashbackFriday, we're taking a look back on Fred Brathwaite's time with the #Flames!
In 138 games played, the netminder posted a 2.54 GAA, a .909 save percentage, 11 shutouts, and 3 assists!
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On this day 29 years ago, the #Flames acquired Jarome Iginla from the Dallas Stars 🔥
Iggy would go on to play 1219 games in Calgary, scoring 525 goals, 570 assists, 1095 points, 83 game-winning goals, 161 power play goals, and threw 733 hits 💪
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Happy birthday Kipper!
The Finn holds the franchise records for wins (305), games played (576), and shutouts (41) 🔥
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Last night, Lanny McDonald, Theo Fleury, and Colin Patterson attended the @BreakingFreeFdn's fundraising event!
This amazing organization's work in the mental health space has helped so many. More info on how to support their work: breakingfreefoundation.ca/
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On what would have been his 65th birthday, we remember our brother Brad McCrimmon ❤️
Beast was tough as nails on the ice and one of the kindest souls you would ever meet off of it. A leader, he inspired all of those around him as a player and as a coach.
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Two Stanley Cups. A Conn Smythe Tropy winner. A William M. Jennings Trophy winner. A five-time NHL All-Star.
A Hall of Fame career.
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On this day in 1983, the Flames played their first game at the Olympic Saddledome with Lanny McDonald scoring the first-ever Calgary goal at the 'Dome!
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