If Calgary Flames arena discussions resume, the team wants certain contingencies from the city, including “media silence” to keep negotiations from playing out in public. (more…)
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Mavericks Extend Flames, Heat Affiliation
The Kansas City Mavericks (ECHL) will remain an affiliate of the Calgary Flames and Stockton Heat (AHL) in the 2018-2019 season under the terms of a renewal announced yesterday. (more…)
New Calgary Flames Arena Talks Back on Table
Talks concerning a new Calgary Flames arena are back on the table, as the Calgary City Council voted today to form an event centre assessment committee to negotiate a potential deal. (more…)
Notice of Motion Filed to Form Calgary Flames Arena Committee
Seeking to revive talks of a new Calgary Flames arena, a Calgary city councillor has filed a notice of motion to create an event centre exploration committee. (more…)
Officials Look to Reignite Calgary Flames Arena Talks
After spending months in a stalemate, it appears that discussions over a new Calgary Flames arena could be reignited by a group of elected officials. (more…)
Bettman: Calgary Flames Not Pursuing Calgary Arena
A new Calgary Flames arena in Calgary is not in the works, according to NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, who says the team is not in discussions with the city. (more…)
Bettman: Calgary Flames Arena Search Has Been “Frustrating”
With their search for a new arena stalled, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman is expressing his frustration with the Calgary Flames‘ current situation. (more…)
Best of 2017, #7: Calgary Flames’ Arena Pursuit Stalls
We end 2017 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Arena Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #7: The Calgary Flames hit a stalemate in their pursuit of a new arena. (more…)
Naheed Nenshi Reelected as Mayor of Calgary
Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi earned reelection on Monday, leaving some questions about what it means for the Calgary Flames and the possibility of a new arena. (more…)
Poll Weighs in on Calgary Flames’ Arena Talks
Amidst an ongoing debate, nearly half the respondents to a recent poll want the City of Calgary to hold firm in discussions for a new Calgary Flames‘ arena. (more…)
Calgary Flames Release Arena Proposal
The Caglary Flames have released details on a previous offer to provide $275 million in funds toward a proposed $500 million arena. The team continues to indicate, however, that it is no longer pursuing a new arena in Calgary. (more…)
Calgary Flames’ Arena Talks Draw Parallels to Edmonton
In light of the controversy surrounding a proposed Calgary Flames arena, one Edmonton councillor is reflecting on the process that led to the approval of Rogers Place. (more…)
