Five Best Options To Be The Next Calgary Flames Captain

WINNIPEG, CANADA - APRIL 5: Andrew Mangiapane #88, MacKenzie Weegar #52 and Mikael Backlund #11 of the Calgary Flames celebrate a goal while Connor Hellebuyck #37 of the Winnipeg Jets looks up in the second period during a game on April 5, 2023 at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. (Photo by Jason Halstead/Getty Images) /

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CALGARY, CANADA – APRIL 2: MacKenzie Weegar #52 of the Calgary Flames in action against the Anaheim Ducks during an NHL game at Scotiabank Saddledome on April 2, 2023 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The Flames defeated the Ducks 5-4. (Photo by Derek Leung/Getty Images) /

3. Mackenzie Weegar

While many would peg Jonathan Huberdeau as the best new arrival for the role, his frustrations throughout the year may limit him as a leader. Mackenzie Weegar on the other hand showed fire, passion and leadership qualities all year long, and after being outspoken in exit interviews, it’s clear that he is beloved within the Flames locker room.

On the ice, he got off to a slow start in 2022/23, but once he picked it up, his play elevated all of those around him, and with his contract extension, it’s clear he wants to be here for a long time to come, so why not make him the captain?

Sure, there’s players that have been around for longer and have more experience, but Weegar oozes leadership with his heart and soul style play, and if the Flames want to find someone that will give 100% for the city, the team and their fans, look no further than No. 52.

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