Tyson Barrie retires after 14 NHL seasons at 34, ending a mobile, playmaking blueline chapter that spanned Colorado, Toronto, Edmonton, Nashville and Calgary. He posted 110 goals and 398 assists in 822 games, with 212 power-play points (180 assists) and 47 playoff outings with 2 goals and 19 assists. Last season he appeared in 13 games for Calgary after signing a one-year deal. The NHL announced the retirement on X.

His exit reshapes Calgary’s defense and special-teams approach, with fantasy owners eyeing the subsequent reshuffle of minutes and PP roles. The Flames must adapt, opening doors for younger blueliners and changing how managers value Calgary defenders and PP options in drafts and waivers.

Tyson Barrie quits after 14 seasons and 822 NHL games, closing a diverse career that began with Colorado and included stints with Toronto, Edmonton, Nashville, and Calgary. He posted 110 goals and 398 assists in the regular season and appeared in 47 playoff games, tallying two goals and 19 assists. Barrie spoke gratefully about the path his career carved and Denver’s role as home base, a place where he felt opportunity bloom and where he’ll always be welcomed back.

Fantasy note: Barrie’s retirement shifts Calgary’s blueline depth and PP dynamics, signaling a potential rise for younger defenders and a reshuffle of Calgary’s power-play setup. While his steady puck-moving presence is gone, Calgary may lean on internal candidates to fill minutes and PP responsibilities, affecting how fantasy managers value Flames defensemen next season.

The Calgary Flames are ramping up for the final stretch of the 2024-25 regular season, with their next game against the San Jose Sharks on Sunday. Recent roster moves include the call-up of defensemen Yan Kuznetsov and Ilya Solovyov from the AHL's Calgary Wranglers, indicating a strong depth in their defensive lineup. In a surprising decision, veteran Tyson Barrie was waived after a less-than-stellar season with the Flames, accumulating only three points in 13 games and a minus-7 rating. Despite this, Barrie's experience over 14 NHL seasons, with 508 career points, speaks volumes. Kuznetsov, although untested in the NHL this season, has shown promise in the AHL, registering three goals and 14 points. Solovyov, coming off a decent stint in the AHL, featured in the last game before the break and boasts six goals and 21 points in 43 games this season. Additionally, Kevin Bahl's recovery from injury could provide yet another boost to the Flames' defensive setup.

In a Tuesday night matchup, the Washington Capitals secured a 3-1 victory against the Calgary Flames, propelled by strong performances from Logan Thompson and a trio of goal scorers: Pierre-Luc Dubois, Dylan Strome, and Aliaksei Protas. Thompson made 32 saves, continuing his impressive run with an 11-0-1 record over his last 12 starts. After the Flames' Blake Coleman equalized on a power play, Strome quickly responded with a backhand goal during a five-on-three advantage.

The game marked Andrew Mangiapane's return to Calgary, where he received a heartfelt reception from fans. The Flames also welcomed back veteran defenseman Tyson Barrie, who assisted on Coleman's goal after a lengthy absence.

Kevin Shattenkirk's future in the NHL is in doubt, with retirement looming unless a perfect opportunity arises. The Calgary Flames, who recently signed Tyson Barrie, are unlikely to pursue Shattenkirk as they focus on rebuilding rather than adding veterans.

Shattenkirk, 35, expressed interest in joining a contender, particularly the Edmonton Oilers, but reports indicate he declined offers from Western Canadian teams, leaning towards retirement after a solid career.