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Flames' Craig Conroy disputes trade narratives about Canadian teams

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 2:13 AM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Flames' Craig Conroy disputes trade narratives about Canadian teams

Summary

Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy addressed concerns regarding a narrative that players are reluctant to join Canadian teams. This statement comes amid significant trade requests from players like Brady Tkachuk and Connor Hellebuyck, who sought trades to other locations. Conroy believes the perception will change over time, citing recent successful trades like acquiring Jacob Middleton from the Minnesota Wild. He expressed optimism for the Flames' future despite the challenges of a rebuild and the scrutiny surrounding player movements.

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•Calgary Flames are one of seven Canadian NHL teams.
•Brady Tkachuk and Connor Hellebuyck requested trades from Canadian teams.
•Craig Conroy believes perceptions of playing in Canada are slowly changing.
•Flames acquired Jacob Middleton from Minnesota Wild this summer.
•Conroy aims to build a competitive team while addressing trade narratives.

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2:13 AMYahoo Sports — Flames’ Craig Conroy hits back at growing trade narrative about Canadian teams

What they're saying

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The Calgary Flames are one of seven Canadian teams in the NHL at this time. The Flames are working through a rebuild , but are doing so in a rather contentious environment. Especially with the recent narrative around players not wanting to play north of the border. There have been two star players who have requested trades from Canadian teams. […] The post Flames’ Craig Conroy hits back at growing trade narrative about Canadian teams appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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