Calgary Flames’ General Manager Brad Treliving stepped down following a disappointing regular season. Two weeks later, Darryl Sutter was fired as head coach. With these crucial vacancies, questions arise as to who will be Treliving’s replacement. AGM Craig Conroy and assistant Brad Pascall are both potential internal candidates, while Shawn Horcoff, Rich Peverley, Eric Tulsky, and Mark Hunter are among the external names being considered. Finding the right GM is a top priority for the Flames this offseason. Once a GM is hired, focus will turn to securing a head coach. President of Hockey Operations Don Maloney stated that it is important for the manager to be involved in the hiring process to ensure a proper relationship between the coach and management. After a frustrating season, unlocking an effective Jonathan Huberdeau is another top priority for the Flames this summer. With a franchise record contract kicking in, it’s essential Huberdeau gets back on track. Andrew Brunette, who coached Huberdeau during his career 2021-22 season in Florida, is a potential candidate to coach Huberdeau again.
