The Calgary Flames have waived Daniil Miromanov, a move that some fans will argue is overdue. Article content

If Miromanov is not nabbed by another team — a claim seems unlikely with his US$1.25-million cap hit — he will be eligible to be assigned to the AHL’s Wranglers. Article content Article content

The 28-year-old defenceman has dressed for only one game so far this season — he was burned wide that night on the winning goal — and has watched the rest as a healthy scratch. On the Flames’ depth chart, there are four other right-shot rearguards ahead of him.

Miromanov has become a lightning-rod for criticism in Calgary. It has seemed obvious since the start of training camp that there wasn’t an every-night role for him on a crowded blue line, which is why many have been anticipatin

See Full Page