While the news of the weekend in Calgary is the drafting of Cole Reschny and Cullen Potter, the Flames made headlines in the NHL world by re-signing defenceman Kevin Bahl to a six-year, $32.1 million contract extension.

The Calgary Flames announce today that they have re-signed defenceman Kevin Bahl to a six-year contract. Bahl skated in 73 games for the Flames in 2024-25, scoring three goals and adding 17 assists for 20 points and 35 penalty minutes.

Calgary defenseman Kevin Bahl signed a six-year, $32.1 million contract Saturday to remain with the Flames. Bahl, who turned 25 on Friday, would have become a restricted free agent next week. The 6-foot-6,