Eric Francis

Flames optimism abounds despite failed comeback

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Brzustewicz poised for season debut with Flames

Eight months after he made his NHL debut with a token year-ender, Hunter Brzustewicz appears set to make his first appearance of the season with the Calgary Flames on Wednesday against the Detroit Red Wings.

Flames move toward murky middle with win over Sabres

Despite slow start, Flames' MacKenzie Weegar still has Olympics in sight

MacKenzie Weegar may not be the first name that comes to mind when projecting Canada's Olympic defence corps. But the Flames blue liner remains intent on making his case, writes Sportsnet's Eric Francis.

Wolf's rebound effort backstops Flames to confidence-building win

A 4-1 Flames win over the sizzling Minnesota Wild Thursday night came eight days after Wolf last saw action, when he was pulled less than six minutes into a forgettable start in Tampa.

Wiesblatt honours brother with memorable goal vs. hometown Flames

With patience and poise, Flames' Yan Kuznetsov sets example for development

More than five years after being drafted in the second round, defenceman Yan Kuznetsov has found a home on the Flames' blue line. Sportsnet's Eric Francis dives deeper on Calgary's developmental win.

Flames' Cooley impressing with carefree approach, strong play

Devin Cooley has played his way into prominence for the Flames in a season that he wasn't expected to earn many early starts. Eric Francis has more on how the netminder has stood out in Calgary, both on and off the ice.

Despite odd rollout, Flames show faith in Conroy’s vision with extension

Flames' disastrous start leads to humbling loss vs. Lightning

It’s quite possible Wednesday’s turkey in Tampa might be one of the worst starts to a Flames game in decades. Eric Francis has more on the jarring start for a team that flew south starting to feel good about itself after three straight wins.