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Calgary Flames History
The Flames originated in Atlanta, Georgia in 1972. After eight years, they relocated to Calgary in 1980, where they were greeted by a far more hockey-friendly fanbase. Thus began the Battle of Alberta, which refers to the ongoing rivalry between the Flames and the Edmonton Oilers to the north.
The Flames were vanguards in terms of bringing in foreign players, as Håkan Loob became one of the league's first European stars. Loob, Doug Gilmour, Joe Nieuwendyk, Mike Vernon, Lanny McDonald, and Al MacInnis were the stars behind the Flames' only Stanley Cup Championship in 1989, gaining a measure of payback against the Montreal Canadiens in six games. Montreal had defeated the Flames in the Stanley Cup Final three years earlier.
Despite a block on players from the USSR, the Flames had the foresight to draft Russian star Sergei Makarov in 1983. Makarov was among the first Russians to play in the NHL when he joined the Flames in 1989-1990.
Despite financial issues, the diminutive Theo Fleury and Jarome Iginla led the Flames throughout the '90s, bouncing in and out of the postseason with little long-term success until 2004, when the Flames made another run at the Cup, only to lose to the Tampa Bay Lightning in seven games. The Flames have made it to the Playoffs 25 times and have two Presidents' Trophies to their credit, along with eight division championships.
Calgary Flames Team Info
Conference: Western
Division: Pacific
Year Founded: 1972
Team Colors: Red, Yellow, Black
Team Rivals: Edmonton Oilers, Vancouver Canucks
Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome
Home to the Calgary Flames, the idea for the Scotiabank Saddledome was seeded when it became clear that two major events would be in need of a world-class arena — the bid for the 1988 Olympic Winter Games and the arrival of an NHL franchise. The Saddledome opened its doors on October 15, 1983. The arena became a star attraction during the 1988 Olympic Winter Games, hosting both the figure skating and hockey competitions. In the fall of 1994, the arena underwent renovations and one year later the new Scotiabank Saddledome was unveiled. The Calgary Flames celebrated their first season at the arena during their home opener for the 1995-1996 season. The arena can seat more than 19,000 guests and hosts 150 events per year.
Learn about some notable hockey superstitions.
Yes, you can watch the adorable Tillie Backlund and her friends take a field trip to the 'Dome to review the team's 2024-25 schedule in this video.
Tickets for the 2024–25 regular season can be purchased on Ticketmaster, the Official Ticket Marketplace of the Calgary Flames.
Check out the schedule for the Calgary Flames and see their games for the 2024-25 season on Ticketmaster.
The Flames have made three appearances in the Stanley Cup Final, and have won once (in 1989).
The seating map for Scotiabank Saddledome can be viewed here.
Great deals on food before the game Everybody super friendly. The 1st and 2nd periods were rather boring but the flames came alive in the 3rd period and won in the shootout
Really enjoyed seeing the Flames in person and in particular on a night that Michael Backland was honoured.
We had fun and it was a great game our buddy never came to a game and he had a blast. He wants to do it again soon.
The Flames did an amazing job of creating much excitement for the home opener. I remember the times when a home opener was just another game on the schedule. This was exciting and great to experience in person. It is also helpful that the Flames are playing so well. That alone creates much excitement and satisfaction for those attending. My only disconnect is that I have trouble reading the new score board. There is no way that I can read the numbers and players that are on the ice. I can't see the shots on goal or the time on the penalty. I can only read the actual score. My eye sight is a bit challenged however I can drive. I can see all of this on my home TV. There needs to be a way to make those stats significantly bigger. Perhaps reduce the video screen by a bit which be the way is easy to see.
Easy to scan in. Great seats. Would be better to have a guide on food choices/map to vendors when booking, but all in all, was a great time.
First time seeing an ice hockey game and did not disappoint. Energy levels high and they won the game.
Missed 2 goals waiting in line to take a piss DURING THE GAME !! That’s how bad the line ups are for bathrooms. The new arena can’t come fast enough !!
Appreciation for Special price on food, some beverages when arriving early at Saddledome. Courtesy shown by concession staff and ushers ✔️ Did not appreciate the disc jockey's head pounding 'music'. Not opposed to loud music, just music that makes sense.
We (from Holland) did see 3 games. The atmosphere in the Sattledome was great. Fans of both sides joint together without any difficulties (how different it is in Europe, sadly). Plenty opportunities to buy food and drinks. Arthouse our sheets were on row 20/21 we could see the game perfectly.
Game was great, terrible experience with the washrooms. Hope that when they build a new arena, there will be sufficient washrooms
