The Calgary Flames do not have any significant 2026 unrestricted free agents. The only players that could potentially sign with another team on July 1st are either AHL veterans or depth NHL pieces. Let’s take a look at who could stay to mentor the youth, and who makes way for the incoming wave of prospects.
Ryan Lomberg
2025–26 AAV: $2,000,000
The Lomberghini returned to Calgary two years ago to provide the energy and vibes that the team needed during this retool. While his offensive production remained modest last season (9 points in 57 games), he’s still a candidate for a short-term extension if the price is reasonable. However, he was healthy scratched for the last eleven games of the season, which could indicate that the Flames aren’t planning on keeping him around after this season. Additionally, in his year-end interview, Lomberg admitted that he wasn’t sure what the future holds for him.
Jake Bean
2025–26 AAV: $1,750,000
The Calgary-born defenceman Jake Bean hasn’t had the best tenure with the Flames. His 2025–26 season ended after only 16 games due to undergoing surgery for an undisclosed injury. With many younger defenders already proving that they can handle NHL minutes, Bean appears to be a casualty of the numbers game.
Victor Olofsson
2025–26 AAV: $1,575,000
At 30 years old, Victor Olofsson doesn’t fit the Flames’ timeline. He’s also only scored two goals in 18 games since being acquired from the Colorado Avalanche at the trade deadline, so it doesn’t even seem likely that he will get a short-term deal from the Flames.
Daniil Miromanov
2025–26 AAV: $1,250,000
Daniil Miromanov was brought in as a high-upside puck-mover, but he hasn’t lived up to expectations since joining the Flames three years ago. Additionally, Calgary placed him on waivers last October. Then, he was assigned to the AHL. This means that Miromanov isn’t part of the Flames’ long-term plans, and he will likely utilize free agency to seek a fresh start and chase NHL minutes.
Ivan Prosvetov
2025–26 AAV: $950,000
Ivan Prosvetov was very close to making the Flames out of training camp instead of Devin Cooley in 2025. However, since then, Cooley has undoubtedly established himself as the superior netminder. Additionally, Arsenii Sergeev, who recently made his NHL debut, seems poised to be the organizational number three next season. There just doesn’t seem to be a lot of opportunity for Prosvetov in the Flames system. So he may have to look elsewhere if he wants more starts.
Justin Kirkland
2025–26 AAV: $900,000
“Costco” is a fan-favourite and has proven to be a reliable NHL/AHL tweener who doesn’t hurt you when he’s in the lineup. As long as the AAV remains relatively low, he’s almost guaranteed to be a depth insurance re-sign.
Clark Bishop & Nick Cicek
2025–26 AAV: $775,000
Both Clark Bishop and Nick Cicek provide invaluable leadership for the Calgary Wranglers. I would expect league-minimum two-way offers for both of them to keep the culture strong in the minors.
Conclusion
The Flames are not at risk of losing any high-profile players in free agency this summer. But there are still a couple of players that will hit the open market on July 1st, and they will have to decide. Since there is a 50-contract limit, GM Craig Conroy has to be frugal when giving out contracts. Every contract handed to a depth veteran is one less spot available for a burgeoning prospect or a late-season college free agent. The Flames are going to be highly selective this July, signing only the most essential culture-builders while the rest of the roster is cleared to make room for the future.
