Calgary Flames acquire Simon Nemec as part of rebuilding effort
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:02 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Calgary Flames have acquired defenseman Simon Nemec, continuing their rebuild after an aggressive sell-off. Nemec, a highly-rated pick, arrives after struggling to find his place with the New Jersey Devils. He expressed a desire to prove them wrong as he transitions to a new organization. The Flames aim to bolster their defense by combining Nemec with Zayne Parekh, while managing expectations for their overall rebuilding strategy.
- •Simon Nemec has moved from New Jersey to Calgary.
- •Flames hope to leverage Nemec's talent in their defense.
- •Nemec's motivation stems from his previous challenges in New Jersey.
- •Calgary continues its rebuilding strategy with strategic acquisitions.
- •The Flames plan to explore offensive partnership possibilities with Nemec and Parekh.
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — New Flames Defenseman Simon Nemec Sounds Motivated
"The Calgary Flames rebuild, or whatever they're calling it, can thrive with savvy moves like the one they made for Simon Nemec. The post New Flames Defenseman Simon Nemec Sounds Motivated appeared first on HEAVY.
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