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- calendar_today November 9, 2026
Calgary Flames Announce Kevin Bahl's Season-Ending Injury
The Calgary Flames have confirmed that defenceman Kevin Bahl will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2026 NHL season. The team announced Sunday that Bahl, 26, suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon and will require season-ending surgery.
Injury Details and Timeline
Bahl sustained the injury on Friday, just before the Flames' game against the Anaheim Ducks. He was unable to take the ice, and as a result, Joel Hanley filled his place in the defensive lineup. The Flames ultimately lost that game 5-3 to the Ducks.
Bahl's Performance During the 2026 NHL Season
Prior to his injury, Bahl had played 16 games for Calgary during the current season. The six-foot-six, 230-pound blue-liner from New Westminster, B.C., registered one goal, one assist, and accumulated 12 penalty minutes. His last appearance was on Wednesday, when he logged 20 minutes and 51 seconds of ice time in the Flames' 2-1 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken.
Recent and Past Contributions
During the 2025-26 campaign, Bahl contributed four goals, 14 assists, and 47 penalty minutes. This season, he continued to be a regular fixture in the Flames’ defence lineup, adding strength and presence on the back end.
Bahl Placed on Injured Reserve
Following the announcement of his injury, the Flames have placed Bahl on injured reserve, marking an early end to his season. The club has not provided a timeline for his recovery, only noting that surgery is required and his rehab will keep him off the ice for the remainder of the campaign.
Impact on the Calgary Flames Roster
Bahl's absence leaves a gap in the Flames' defence lineup as the team moves forward without one of its key defencemen. With Bahl out, Joel Hanley is expected to see more playing time, as the Flames continue to adjust their roster strategies during the rest of the 2026 NHL season.
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Source: cbc.ca.
