# Russian Roots of the Calgary Flames

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Podcast: [Calgary Flames News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calgary-flames-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7528853)
Published: 2026-06-10T19:29:03+00:00
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## Resource

The Calgary Flames’ Russian legacy is rich but short-lived—36 drafted, only 10 played, with just 4 making lasting impacts. From Sergei Makarov, the Calder-winning legend who forced age rule changes, to Oleg Saprykin’s OT Cup-clinching goal in 2004, these players carved their names into Flames lore. Others like Sergei Priakin and German Titov added flashes of brilliance before leaving for Europe or other NHL stops. Pavel Torgaev’s wild ride—leaving, returning, then being claimed off waivers—adds intrigue. These Russian talents brought grit, goals, and unforgettable moments, even if their time in Calgary was brief. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9b66ac2356fd232f

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