Bancks announced his retirement Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Bancks saw action in two NHL games back in 2012-13 when he was with the Flames but otherwise spent his entire career in the AHL, primarily with AHL Abbotsford (now Stockton) and Utica.

The Abbotsford Heat have given Carter Bancks a one-year deal. He suited up in 59 games with the Heat last season where he recorded five goals, 12 points and 53 penalty minutes. Bancks also made two appearances with Calgary in the NHL.

Carter Bancks may be making his NHL debut on Tuesday. Bancks has spent the last three seasons with Abbotsford of the AHL and had five goals and 12 points in 53 games. He has been practicing alongside Akim Aliu and Paul Byron and with the Flames eliminated from the post-season, they are giving some of their minor leaguers a look see down the stretch. "I'm already pretty nervous just coming to practices," the undrafted Bancks said. "I mean, I've worked my whole life for this opportunity. It hasn't always been the easiest way for me . . . but it's definitely worth it to come up here for this last week. It's already been a tonne of fun, a great experience." Stay tuned.