The Calgary Flames have made a significant commitment to their defense by signing Kevin Bahl to a six-year deal worth an average of $5.35 million annually. Bahl, who turned 25 recently, had a solid season with 20 points, including three goals and 17 assists, alongside 35 penalty minutes over 73 games. His average ice time of 21:23 per game ranked him third on the team, showcasing his role as a key player on the blueline.

Standing at six-foot-six and weighing 230 pounds, Bahl's imposing presence on the ice was a factor in his acquisition from New Jersey, where he was traded along with a first-round pick in exchange for goaltender Jacob Markstrom. A second-round draft pick by Arizona in 2018, Bahl has accumulated 45 points in 221 career games, indicating potential for increased offensive output in the future.