The Calgary Flames didn’t have a single name on the NHL’s waiver dump Sunday.
This is a relief for Daniil Miromanov, as it guarantees that the 28-year-old will start the season on the NHL roster. It’s a decision that will spark some frustration among fans who have been calling for the Flames to demote their eighth defenceman to the AHL’s Wranglers.
And what does it mean for rookie winger Matvei Gridin?
That remains a bit of a guessing game.
The Flames are still carrying 24 players on their active roster — two goalies, eight rearguards and 14 forwards.
That number must be trimmed to 23 by Monday’s 1 p.m. MT deadline.
That leaves general manager Craig Conroy with a few options as he finalizes his initial crew …
Option 1: Huberdeau to injured reserve, Gridin stays
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