Calgary Flames Sign Simon Nemec to $36.25 Million Contract

The Calgary Flames have signed defenseman Simon Nemec to a five-year contract worth $36.25 million.

What happened?

The Flames acquired Nemec from the New Jersey Devils last month in a trade that included forward Maxim Tsyplakov.

The Devils received prospect Etienne Morin and a package of draft picks in return.

Why it matters for Calgary Flames

Nemec's signing is a significant move for the Flames, who are currently 14th in the Western Conference with a 34-39 record, on a W1 streak.

He brings a strong defensive presence to the team, having scored 16 goals and 33 assists in 153 career NHL games.

What comes next?

The Flames are looking to improve their standing in the Western Conference, and Nemec's signing is a step in that direction.

Nemec has expressed his excitement to join the Flames, saying he feels Calgary will be a good spot for him.

He was selected by the Devils in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft and made his NHL debut in the 2023-24 season.

The Flames announced the signing on Monday afternoon, with Nemec's contract having a salary cap hit of $7.25 million.

Nemec set new career highs in games, goals, and points last season, and the Flames are hoping he will continue to grow and develop as a player.

The team's general manager, Craig Conroy, is making sure that Nemec will be sticking around for the long-term.

Nemec has four games of Stanley Cup Playoff experience, scoring a goal with one assist in 2025.

The Flames are looking to make a push for the playoffs, and Nemec's signing is a key part of their plan.