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Report: Nazem Kadri Tells Flames He’s Open to a Trade

Kadri’s stance creates real optionality for Calgary, with cost, cap fit, timing, retention shaping any move.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets cite The Fourth Period reporting that Kadri has not requested a trade but has informed Calgary he is willing to be moved.
  • Calgary sits 30th in the NHL and recently traded Rasmus Andersson to Vegas, reinforcing expectations that veterans could be in play.
  • Teams identified as having checked on Kadri include the Canadiens, Stars, Avalanche and Wild, according to Pagnotta’s report.
  • Kadri carries a $7 million cap hit and nine goals with 35 points in 52 games, and the Flames still hold a salary‑retention slot that could affect price.
  • Any pursuit by Montreal may require cap gymnastics, with PuckPedia listing less than $100,000 in space and timing potentially sliding to the post‑Olympic window or the deadline.