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Flames Prospect Faced Remarkable Challenge Across Two Leagues

Arsenii Sergeev found himself thrust into NHL action with Devin Cooley injured and the Flames facing a back-to-back over the weekend.Late last week, Sergeev found himself playing for the AHL’s Calgary Wranglers, where he helped them defeat the Laval Rocket.…

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 12:55 PM
Flames Prospect Faced Remarkable Challenge Across Two Leagues
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenii Sergeev completed a demanding stretch by starting games across both the AHL and NHL within days.
  • Sergeev made 36 saves on 38 shots for the AHL's Calgary Wranglers in a win against Laval.
  • Injuries to Devin Cooley forced Sergeev into making his first NHL start of the season against Colorado.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Calgary Flames goaltending prospect Arsenii Sergeev tackled a demanding schedule last week by playing consecutive high-volume games across the AHL and NHL. Due to an injury to Devin Cooley and a weekend back-to-back, Sergeev started for the Flames against the Colorado Avalanche on Oct. 31, just two days after playing for the AHL's Calgary Wranglers.

Sergeev stopped 36 of 38 shots to defeat the Laval Rocket in the AHL before making 28 saves on 33 shots against Colorado. Matthews highlights that despite the challenging NHL matchup, Sergeev gained valuable experience after totaling 64 saves across both leagues.

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