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National Post
5 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Flames rumoured to be interested in Russian goaltender Ivan Prosvetov
Article content One of the starting netminders from the KHL has opted out of his contract to rekindle his NHL dream. Article content Article content And as media in Russia speculate about the next stop for Ivan Prosvetov, there are rumblings that he could wind up with the Calgary Flames. Article content In fact, Sport Express is reporting that the Flames are the 'main contender' to sign the 26-year-old puck-stopper. Article content If this name is familiar to fans, it's because Prosvetov's resume already includes four seasons of spot duty as an NHLer. He totalled 13 appearances with the Arizona Coyotes between 2021-23 and 11 more with the Colorado Avalanche during the 2023-24 campaign. His career stat sheet shows an 8-9-2 record, a 3.70 goals-against average and an .881 save percentage. Article content Article content Prosvetov, who is listed at 6-foot-5 and 195 pounds, posted much better numbers this season as the go-to goalie for CSKA Moscow, highlighted by a 2.32 GAA, a .920 save percentage and four shutouts. He reportedly had two years remaining on his KHL contract, but he was recently allowed to opt out of that deal to explore another NHL opportunity. Article content If it's true that the Flames are making a pitch, it would hint that they're not optimistic that Dan Vladar will be sticking around as Dustin Wolf's backup. Vladar is set to be an unrestricted free agent on July 1 and although the 27-year-old has expressed interest in remaining in Calgary, perhaps those negotiations have reached a stalemate. Article content
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Flames UFA Dan Vladar Registers Second-Highest Save Percentage In 2025 World Championships (Does It Mean Anything?)
Coming into the final day of the 2025 IIHF World Championships, Czechia and Calgary UFA goalie Dan Vladar was leading the goalies in the tournament with a save percentage of 95.06. That is, until Leonardo Genoni of Switzerland came into the gold medal game and made 39 saves from 40 shots against team USA, taking not only the lead with 95.33% (a miniscule difference of just 0.27!), but also winning the MVP award of the tournament. No shame in coming second to a goalie who won MVP, as they say (or someone should say at least). Now we know usually a world championship doesn't count for much, but believe it or not, Vladar ranked BETTER than Four-Nations winning goalie Jordan Binnington and All-Stars Jeremy Swayman and Jacob Markstrom, who were also participating in the tournament. While it is certain the starter role belongs to Calder Trophy nominee Dustin Wolf, because of the 27-year-old Czech's experiences both internationally and in the NHL as a backup, the Flames should certainly consider re-signing him for the backup role next season. He will be reliable for a franchise with promising goalie prospects like Arsenii Sergeev and Owen Say in the system. These goaltenders need time for development and bringing back Vladar will allow the Flames not to rush these prospects quickly into NHL action. Signing him at a cheaper contract then the $2.2 million AAV in his previous one would also give the most bang for buck.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'You cannot chirp anymore': Dan Vladar reunites with Adam Klapka at the IIHF World Championship, but they can't speak in their dialect
(Image via Getty: Dan Vladar) Conversing in one's native language with someone from one's native country when surrounded by non-native people is one of the best moments of one's life. Dan Vladar , a Czech ice hockey goaltender, and Adam Klapka , a Czech ice hockey right winger, represent the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League . But in the IIHF World Championship ? They play for the Czech Republic . Operation Sindoor Pak drones enter Indian airspace, explosions heard just hours after truce deal Sirens, explosions in border districts after Pak breaks deal: What we know so far 'What happened to ceasefire?' J&K CM after explosions heard across Srinagar Now, the problem is? 'It's weird. You cannot chirp anymore. Everyone understands here. But it's been great. Even the coaches are keeping us in a good mood. It's a lot of fun,' innocently shared Dan Vladar with NHL .com. 'Now we can chirp, guys. I think we can chirp each other for sure, but now you can do the Czech version. It's not the same in English as it is in Czech. I think we can still chirp each other and the other guys, too. It's nothing bad. It's just to have fun in the locker room. It's important. We have a great group of guys here. It's fun,' diplomatically shared Adam Klapka with by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo 'Klapper is an unreal guy, he's super positive and funny,' Dan Vladar talks about his Calgary Flames teammate Adam Klapka 'It's awesome to have Klapper here. Klapper is an unreal guy. He's super positive and funny. We are having a really good time here. We have a bunch of friends here and we're having laughs too.' Vladar shared with 'We spent all year almost together. When we found out that he was going, and then I found out I was going, we were just texting each other. He was happy that I was coming here. We are used to each other. We spend a lot of time together. I'm so happy that he's here. He's a good goalie. I'm happy that he came here and we can spend time together.' Klapka told The Calgary Flames did not qualify for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but Dan Vladar made it to the IIHF World Championship 'Obviously, you grow up watching World Championships. It's a pretty big deal back home. I know lots of people are watching it back home. It's a dream come true for me to come here.' - 27-year-old Calgary Flames goaltender Dan Vladar is proud to play for the Czech Republic at the IIHF World Championship. Dan Vladar talks about playing for the World Championship, 'I didn't have the opportunity to go the last couple of years. We were either in the playoffs, or I was hurt. For me, it was an automatic yes as soon as we knew we weren't going to make it. That obviously made it a little bit easier for me. I'm glad I could be here.' Also read: 'Isn't it illegal for you to have a cyborg as your goalie': Connor Hellebuyck at his 1.000 save percentage against the Dallas Stars - The Times of India
Edmonton Journal
04-05-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
With one deal done, what's next for Calgary Flames GM Craig Conroy to do?
Article content The unrestricted free agents On locker clean-out day at the Saddledome, Dan Vladar revealed that he's been talking contract with the Flames for months already, reiterating his desire to stick around as Wolf's backup. Will he put pen to paper soon, or will the 27-year-old Vladar be tempted to find out what sort of opportunity and loot he may be offered in unrestricted free agency? With Frederik Andersen staying for another season in Carolina, the goalie market is thin. Justin Kirkland and Joel Hanley have also expressed that they'd love to re-sign with the Flames. Kirkland, who was one of the NHL's feel-good fall stories before he suffered a season-ending ACL injury, should appeal as a guy who can provide some versatility in a bottom-six forward role and can snipe in the shootout. Hanley was an unsung hero on the blue-line but he is also 33, so Conroy may be better off shopping for a permanent partner for MacKenzie Weegar. Decision due on draft pick It's no secret the Flames are desperate for right-shot centres, but are they second-guessing Jaden Lipinski's potential as a pro? Perhaps they feel his progress has stalled since he was selected in the fourth round in 2023? Conroy & Co. have a few more weeks to determine if they will offer an entry-level contract to Lipinski or instead wish him all the best. If he isn't signed by June 1, he would re-enter the draft. Lipinski, who is listed at 6-foot-4 and 210 pounds, scored 17 goals and totalled 58 points in 59 outings as an overager this season with the Vancouver Giants. He was also one of the WHL's best faceoff men, winning 58.2 percent of his draws. But can he push his pace enough to be a future factor for the Wranglers and, eventually, the Flames?
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
3 Takeaways From Flames Shutout Loss To Panthers
The Calgary Flames (28-23-8) remain a point out of a playoff despite not scoring a goal for the second consecutive game, falling to the defending Stanley Cup champions, Florida Panthers, 3-0 on Saturday afternoon. As fate would have it, the Panthers returned the favor to the Flames, who shut them out 3-0 on their only trip to the Saddledome on Dec. 14. Despite Dan Vladar's brilliance in goal, who made his second start in three games, Calgary was blanked for the second straight game, a feat unmatched since Nov. 16-17, 2019, against the Arizona Coyotes and Vegas Golden Knights. Let's discuss today's latest setback. The last time the Flames scored a goal, by Jonathan Huberdeau, was at 15:32 of the third period against the Washington Capitals on Tuesday. After another shutout loss on Saturday, the team's goalless streak has reached 124:28. Meanwhile, Calgary's goal per game average dipped to 2.56, ranking 31st in the league, just ahead of the Anaheim Ducks (2.55). The team they are chasing in the standings, the Vancouver Canucks cap off the Saturday schedule with a late night tilt against the Seattle Kraken. If they win, the gap widens to three points, a number the Flames have come to dislike in the past two outings, as they could not beat two Vezina Trophy-winning goalies. As an unrestricted free agent at season's end, there's a chance that the Flames will deal Vladar before next Friday's deadline or keep him for the playoff push, risk losing him in free agency. Although he's had an up-and-down season, Vladar has been brilliant in his last two performances against two top teams in the Eastern Conference. First, he backed the Flames to an upset win over the Capitals, but he was the only reason the Panthers won 3-0 and not 8-0. Dan Vladar makes another great save! He keeps the puck from crossing the goal line. 🎥: Sportsnet | NHL#Flames — Robert Munnich (@RingOfFireCGY) March 1, 2025 Despite all the goalie interference and video reviews, he walked away from a matchup against the reigning Stanley Cup champions making 39 saves on 42 shots, while his team mustered up 23 shots of their own. Before a late third period sealed the deal, Vladar had given up only two goals on 35 shots through the first two periods. He had little to no run support as the Flames went into the third with just 12 shots. No matter what happens to Vladar in the next six days, he's proven to be a valued team member who can handle the pressure and share the workload with Dustin Wolf. There is no time to think about the loss to the Panthers, as the Flames have an afternoon meeting with the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday. Once again, they will find themselves up against a top team who ranks in the top ten in goals scored and fewest goals against. NHL Highlights | Flames vs. Panthers - March 1, 2025 Sergei Bobrovsky stopped all 23 shots he faced on the night, Evan Rodrigues had a goal and an assist, and the Florida Panthers blanked the Calgary Flames 3-0... Everyone knew this road trip wouldn't be easy and could potentially end the Flames' season. However, no one expected to see the team export all its energy in the first game and then go into hiding in the follow-up contests. Professional athletes hate to lose, as Nazem Kadri pointed out just before the road trip. But the opportunities to win and clinch a playoff spot are dwindling. It's now put up or shut up time, and it's only game 60. On Sunday, the superstars need to be superstars, role players need to step up, and Wolf needs to show the world why he's worthy of the Calder Trophy. It sounds like a tall task, but if these guys hate losing so much, they are the only ones capable of ending it.
