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Pike talks Mikael Backlund on Just A Game with Rob Kerr – March 13
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FlamesNation managing editor Ryan Pike joined Rob Kerr on Just A Game on Monday. One the main topics of conversation was the excellence of Mikael Backlund this season, the Flames’ leadership situation, and the importance of having the right player as captain.
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Calgary FlamesTeam Cap Summary
Cap Summary
2026-27
2027-28
Projected Cap Hit
$89,116,666
$70,041,666
Projected Cap Space
$14,883,334
$43,458,334
Current Cap Space
$14,883,334
$43,458,334
Active Players
23/23
16/23
Draft Picks
Round
'26
'27
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2
1
2
3
2
3
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