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Reports: Flames Near Extension With GM Craig Conroy

The move signals ownership confidence in his rebuild despite an 8-13-3 start.

Overview

  • Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported during Wednesday’s game in Tampa that Calgary and Craig Conroy are making progress on a new deal.
  • A two-year term was reported via a Sportsnet note relayed by Flames Nation, though the agreement has not been finalized or independently confirmed.
  • The Flames sit at 8-13-3 and 31st in the league, increasing scrutiny on the front office ahead of the trade deadline.
  • Coverage indicates ownership is satisfied with Conroy’s work and intends to give him more time to steer the retool.
  • Conroy, an assistant GM since 2014 and GM since 2023, has focused on asset returns and drafting that have bolstered the prospect pool.