NHL Rumors: Senators & Flames Linked to Trade

The Ottawa Senators are trying to right the ship, as they aim to claw their way back into the playoff picture. 

They're currently on a two-game win streak, rattling off impressive home victories against the Vegas Golden Knights (7-1) and the Colorado Avalanche (5-2).

That will keep the buying trade chatter alive for the Senators, and one name that keeps circling around the team is Calgary Flames winger Blake Coleman. 

Team reporter Bruce Garrioch has said Ottawa has at least checked in with Calgary on their veteran winger.

Senators interest in Blake Coleman is about playoff traits

Coleman plays hard minutes, can kill penalties, and has an impressive resume. He’s a two-time Stanley Cup champion with the Tampa Bay Lightning, and this season he’s produced 13 goals and 21 points in 44 games for Calgary while playing a reliable two way style. 

He's also added 110 hits and 105 shots, while averaging 17:00 minutes of ice time per game.

Bruce Garrioch: There was some talk earlier in the season that the Senators may also have an interest in Blake Coleman - Ottawa Citizen (1/27)

— NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) January 29, 2026

The timing is tricky, though, because Flames coach Ryan Huska said Coleman is shut down until after the Olympic break with an upper-body injury, which could slow the market short term but also keep him fresher for a stretch run. 

Ottawa is also in a really tricky spot, too, because despite their two recent wins, they still only have 57 points, which is 10 points behind the Montreal Canadiens and Boston Bruins for either wild card spot. 

What it could cost Ottawa to land Coleman from Calgary

Coleman carries a $4.9 million cap hit through next season and has a modified no-trade clause, so Ottawa would likely need either retention or some cap gymnastics, plus Coleman’s buy-in. 

Bruce Garrioch & David Pagnotta have both reported over the last few days that the Ottawa Senators have interest in Calgary Flames Winger Blake Coleman

The 34-year-old has 10 Goals and 7 Assists in 36 Games this season, and carries a 4.9M AAV for 1 more year after this season.… pic.twitter.com/K38opRvwM9

— Jammy 🐝 (@SensBuzz) December 21, 2025

If Calgary retains, the ask goes up, and that is where the bidding war could come in, with reports suggesting a long list of teams have shown interest. 

For Ottawa, the need for a player like Coleman is obvious. He adds proven playoff edge and stabilizes a group that has been searching for answers in key defensive situations all year. 

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