Calgary Flames defenseman Oliver Kylington is set to test the unrestricted free agent market on Canada Day, July 1. General Manager Craig Conroy confirmed there are no updates on Kylington's status, and the team was prepared for this outcome. The Flames had hoped to reach an agreement with Kylington's camp during the past week in Vegas but were unable to do so. As Kylington enters free agency, it remains uncertain whether he will sign back with Calgary or move to another team. Additionally, the Flames are exploring other free agent options, including goaltender Devin Cooley and the rumored signing of Jake DeBrusk. There is also curiosity if Kylington and Calgary might still reach a deal after free agency opens, similar to Zadorov in 2022.
Calgary had been hoping they could bridge the gap with Kylington’s camp this past week in Vegas. But team had been prepared for him to test the market. Curious if Kylington and Calgary still reach a deal after free agency opens, similar to Zadorov in 2022. #Flames https://t.co/DsxHyQLSCr
Sources confirm that #Flames D Oliver Kylington will be testing the UFA market on Monday. Believe colleague @salimvalji had it first.
#Flames things to watch on the eve of free agency: -if Oliver Kylington hits the market, does he go elsewhere or sign back in Calgary? -who do they sign in net? Devin Cooley is a fascinating target and fits the bill. -does the rumoured Jake DeBrusk signing happen?
Again, all indications are that Oliver Kylington will test free agency on Canada Day #Flames https://t.co/rCCJ5xiiby
Now turning our attention to Canada Day — a list of 10 dudes that #Flames could target as unrestricted free agents. Includes some scoring threats, a bunch of blue-liners and a couple of could-be crease options ... https://t.co/kudFF8q2Pw
Some post-draft updates from general manager Craig Conroy. First on Oliver Kylington: “We don’t have anything done yet. We’re going to see how that goes. No real updates as of today.” Says if Kylington does go to UFA, he’s earned that right with his service time. #Flames