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Flames Recall Ben Jones

The Calgary Flames have recalled a forward after placing Samuel Honzek on the injured reserve yesterday. According to a team announcement, the Flames recalled Ben Jones from the AHL’s Calgary Wranglers. Although Jones replaces Honzek on the Flames’ active roster…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Flames Recall Ben Jones
Key Things to Know
  • The Calgary Flames have officially recalled forward Ben Jones from the AHL's Calgary Wranglers.
  • Jones joins the roster after Samuel Honzek was placed on injured reserve.
  • Captain Mikael Backlund is day-to-day with an upper-body injury sustained against the Carolina Hurricanes.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Calgary Flames have recalled forward Ben Jones from the AHL's Calgary Wranglers, according to a team announcement. The transaction follows the Flames placing Samuel Honzek on injured reserve, while team captain Mikael Backlund is currently day-to-day due to an upper-body injury suffered against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Jones has tallied seven goals and two assists in seven games for the Wranglers this season. Although he skated as the top-line center in practice, his status for Thursday's game against the Minnesota Wild remains dependent on Backlund's availability.

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