Flames Secure Victor Olofsson, Max Curran, Draft Picks from Colorado
The Calgary Flames have made a significant roster change by trading Nazem Kadri to the Colorado Avalanche. In return, the Flames have acquired forward Victor Olofsson, prospect center Max Curran, and two conditional draft picks.
Details of the Trade
As part of the deal, Calgary will retain 20% of Nazem Kadri’s salary. The Flames received a conditional first-round pick for 2028 and a conditional second-round pick for 2027 from Colorado.
Victor Olofsson Profile
Victor Olofsson, a forward born in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, has played 60 games with the Avalanche this season, recording 11 goals and 14 assists, totaling 25 points. He is 30 years old and has a wealth of NHL experience, having appeared in 430 games across his career. Olofsson has accumulated 236 points, consisting of 116 goals and 120 assists. Here are some key details about Olofsson:
- BORN: Örnsköldsvik, Sweden
- DATE: July 18, 1995
- HEIGHT: 5’11”
- WEIGHT: 180 lbs
- SHOOTS: Left
- DRAFTED: Buffalo Sabres – 7th round (181st overall) in the 2014 NHL Draft
Max Curran Profile
Prospect center Max Curran is currently in his third season in the Western Hockey League (WHL). He has played in 31 games, scoring 14 goals and providing 27 assists for a total of 41 points. Additionally, he has accumulated 23 penalty minutes. Curran represented Czechia at the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, helping his team secure a silver medal while recording five points over seven tournament games. Key details for Max Curran include:
- BORN: Prague, Czechia
- DATE: August 27, 2006
- HEIGHT: 6’3”
- WEIGHT: 187 lbs
- SHOOTS: Left
- DRAFTED: Colorado Avalanche – 5th round (161st overall) in the 2024 NHL Draft
This recent trade marks a significant shift for the Calgary Flames as they look to reshape their roster and enhance their competitiveness in the league. The inclusion of Victor Olofsson and Max Curran provides both immediate and future potential for the team.
