In anticipation of their second game of a back-to-back, the Flames have made a number of notable roster moves, the biggest of which is activating Mikael Backlund from the injured reserve.
In addition to activating Backlund, the team has also made a number of moves involving players going to and from the AHL: Kerby Rychel has been brought up to the Flames, while Andrew Mangiapane and Jon Gillies will return to Stockton.
.@CortexBusiness Transaction Alert: The #Flames have recalled Kerby Rychel from the @AHL, reassigned Andrew Mangiapane and Jon Gillies to Stockton and removed Mikael Backlund from the IR.