Trade Interest Intensifies
The Calgary Flames are receiving intensified interest in winger Blake Coleman and defenseman Zach Whitecloud as the NHL trade deadline approaches. With the Flames currently sitting near the bottom of the Pacific Division with a 24-29-7 record, 12 points out of a playoff position, the team is evaluating potential trades to improve their roster.
Player Performance
This season, Blake Coleman has scored 13 goals and provided 9 assists in 48 games, maintaining a plus-9 differential. He remains under contract for the next season with a $4.9 million average annual value. In contrast, Zach Whitecloud has recorded 2 goals and 11 points in 59 games, and is in the second season of a six-year contract valued at $16.5 million, with a $2.75 million cap hit this year.
Recent Transactions
In a recent move, the Flames traded defenseman MacKenzie Weegar to the Mammoth of Utah in exchange for three second-round picks in 2026, prospect Jonathan Castagna, and defenseman Olli Maata. This transaction reflects the team’s strategy to reshape their roster ahead of the trade deadline.
Market Activity
According to sports analyst Darren Dreger, there are offers for Coleman, but they have not yet met Calgary’s asking price. Dreger assesses that Coleman’s chance of being traded before the 3:00 p.m. ET deadline is at 40%. Additionally, Kent Hughes has previously shown interest in Coleman, which could influence potential negotiations.
Looking Ahead
All decisions must be finalized by the trade deadline at 3:00 p.m. ET on Friday, and activity is expected to intensify as the deadline approaches. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any specific offers or negotiations that may be underway for Coleman and Whitecloud.
