description Calgary Flames Overview
The Calgary Flames are a professional ice hockey team based in Calgary, Alberta, and a member of the National Hockey League. The franchise began as the Atlanta Flames in 1972 and moved to Calgary in 1980, where it kept the Flames name. Calgary won the Stanley Cup in 1989, the club's only championship in that competition. The team competes in the NHL's Western Conference and Pacific Division and is followed by hockey supporters in Alberta and beyond.
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Where are the Calgary Flames based?
The Calgary Flames are based in Calgary, Alberta, and play in the National Hockey League. The team is one of Canada's NHL franchises.
When did the Calgary Flames move from Atlanta?
The franchise began as the Atlanta Flames in 1972 and moved to Calgary in 1980. It kept the Flames name after the relocation.
Have the Calgary Flames won the Stanley Cup?
Yes. Calgary won the Stanley Cup in 1989, the only championship in franchise history. The victory came after the team moved from Atlanta to Calgary.
What was the Calgary Flames' original name?
The franchise was originally called the Atlanta Flames. It was founded in 1972 and became the Calgary Flames after relocating to Alberta in 1980.
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