Introducing our very own Calgary Flames regular season awards

Oct 11, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; General view of the arena during opening ceremonies prior to the game between the Calgary Flames and the Winnipeg Jets at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 11, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; General view of the arena during opening ceremonies prior to the game between the Calgary Flames and the Winnipeg Jets at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports
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The Darryl Sutter Controversy Award 

The centre of controversy in the C of Red in 2022-23 was none other than Darryl Sutter. While we certainly have our fingers crossed for less controversy this season, it’s undeniable that something or someone will stir the pot in 2023-24. We’ll keep track of those controversial moments and hand over the Darryl Sutter Controversy Award to the player, coach, manager, moment, event, or other person or thing to recognize the biggest one from the season ahead.

Former Flames head coach Darryl Sutter
Apr 12, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames head coach Darryl Sutter during interview after the game against the San Jose Sharks at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Flame for Thought may request participation from Flames fans on Twitter/X and Facebook to select the winner from a list of candidates.