In a significant move, the Calgary Flames have fortified their goalkeeping lineup by securing Owen Say to their ranks. The 23-year-old goalie, fresh off a standout collegiate season at Notre Dame, has inked a one-year contract with the Flames, a two-way deal worth $872,500. This announcement came to light on Monday and the agreement will come into effect from next season onward.
Say, a native of London, Ontario, stands at a sturdy 6-foot-2 and tips the scales at 175 pounds. He has demonstrated remarkable potential in his collegiate career. His most recent season at Notre Dame saw him deliver a stellar performance, with a .920 save percentage and an average of 2.82 goals against over 27 games.
Prior to his time at Notre Dame, Say cut his teeth in the NCAA playing two seasons for Mercyhurst College in Pennsylvania. During this period, he showcased a consistent performance, registering save percentages of .903 and .913 in consecutive seasons. His consistent performance throughout his collegiate career speaks volumes about his ability and potential to thrive in the high-stakes world of professional hockey.
In other Flames news, Captain Mikael Backlund was spotted rejoining his teammates in a regular jersey during Monday’s skate. Backlund has been sidelined for the past five games due to an upper-body injury. Despite this setback, his performance this season has been noteworthy. The seasoned player has netted 11 goals and provided 13 assists, contributing a total of 24 points in 64 games played this season.
This news of Say’s signing and Backlund’s return should provide a morale boost for the Flames and their fanbase. As the team fine-tunes its strategy for the upcoming season, the addition of a promising goalie like Say and the return of a seasoned veteran like Backlund could be pivotal. As always, the world of professional hockey keeps its fans on the edge, eagerly awaiting the next faceoff.
