Calgary Flames' AHL Affiliate Reportedly Relocating out of Stockton

The Stockton Heat, AHL Affiliate of the Calgary Flames, are reportedly on the move next season. After seven seasons in Stockton, California the Flames apparently wish for their affiliate to be closer to home. It only makes sense, as calling guys up & sending them down can have varying levels of urgency. So expedited travel & the limiting of international travel would certainly make things easier.

The report precedes the Board of Governors meeting scheduled for this week. Also on the docket is the proposal to realign the divisions, as they are uneven.

Should be a busy week, and while this is generally a minor development, it's interesting to see the trend of NHL teams moving their affiliates out of convenience. This trend started a few years ago, and it probably relieves considerable logistical constraints for the club. No word on where the team will move, and it is not confirmed that they necessarily will. However, the likelihood that they do is considerable.

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