The Calgary Flames have determined their backup plan.

Ivan Prosvetov was on the NHL’s waiver wire Thursday, a necessity so he can be assigned to the AHL’s Wranglers.

That means that Devin Cooley will start the season as the Flames’ second-string goaltender behind Dustin Wolf.

The 28-year-old Cooley has so far logged only six career appearances in the NHL spotlight. This marks the first time that he’s claimed an opening-night gig.

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“Now, the work really begins. You never take your foot off the gas,” Cooley beamed after Thursday’s practice at the Saddledome. “It’s an amazing opportunity and I’m really grateful and I’m definitely not going to take it for granted. Every day that you can spend in this league and especially wearing t

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