The Calgary Flames are based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The team was founded in 1972 as the Atlanta Flames and played in Atlanta, Georgia, for eight seasons before relocating to Calgary in 1980. Tom Cousins, a real estate developer in Atlanta, initially owned the Flames. They were named after the city’s association with the burning of the city during the …
The Atlanta Flames history is a fascinating chapter in NHL lore. Founded in 1972, the team brought Atlanta Flames hockey to the Deep South, exciting fans with competitive play and strong rosters. Although the franchise eventually relocated, its years in Atlanta left a lasting mark on professional hockey and the city’s sports culture. Flames Primary LogoFlames Wordmark LogoEstablished 1972 City …
