- May 21, 2026
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The Calgary Flames will be without defenseman Kevin Bahl for the remainder of the 2026-27 campaign after he suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon.
Bahl, 26, was hurt prior to warm-ups ahead of Friday's matchup against the Anaheim Ducks at Scotiabank Saddledome. Joel Hanley stepped into the lineup in his place.
The Flames placed Bahl on injured reserve Sunday and recalled Brayden Pachal from the AHL's Calgary Wranglers.
In 16 games this season, Bahl had recorded a goal and an assist while logging significant minutes. His even rating stood out on a club carrying a minus-18 goal differential.
The 6'6" left-shot blueliner arrived in Calgary from New Jersey in 2024 as part of the Jacob Markstrom trade. He is under contract through 2031 at a $5.35 million cap hit. Originally a second-round selection (No. 55 overall) by Arizona in 2018, Bahl has suited up in 313 NHL contests between the Devils and Flames.
Calgary is set to host the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday evening.
Mickey's Angle: Pachal gets his shot, but replacing Bahl's size and minutes against top competition will test Calgary's depth all year.
Source: Daily Faceoff - written by Mickey the Mouth from the original report.