Kuznetsov scored a goal in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov ended a six-game point drought with the tally. The 23-year-old defenseman has proven himself capable in his own zone, but there's still not a lot of offense in his game. He's at four goals, five assists, 35 shots on net, 46 hits, 53 blocked shots, 22 PIM and a minus-4 rating through 34 appearances. Kuznetsov could still take on a larger role in the event Rasmus Andersson is traded, though Andersson's power-play minutes are more likely to go to Hunter Brzustewicz or Zayne Parekh in the long run.

Kuznetsov scored a goal on two shots, added two hits and blocked four shots in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov is quietly emerging as a steady top-four blueliner for the Flames. His defensive play gets most of the attention, but he's also posted five points and a plus-4 rating over his last 11 contests. For the season, the 23-year-old is at three goals, eight points, 24 shots on net, 42 hits, 43 blocked shots, 18 PIM and a plus-1 rating across 27 appearances.

Kuznetsov scored the game-winning goal and added an assist in Monday's 7-4 victory over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

It was the 23-year-old's first career game-winner in his 18th NHL contest, and his first multi-point performance. Kuznetsov is emerging as a reliable member of Calgary's blue line, seeing more than 20 minutes of ice time in 10 straight games, and over the last seven contests, the 2020 second-round pick has produced two goals and four points with 16 blocked shots, 15 hits and a minus-1 rating.

Kuznetsov scored a goal on two shots, added two hits and blocked four shots in Friday's 5-3 win over the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov has a goal and an assist over his last two games. He went nine contests without a point after earning an assist in his season debut. Despite the lack of offense, the 23-year-old's overall play has been strong enough to secure him a top-four spot on the blue line. He's earned three points, 14 shots on net, 18 hits, 21 blocked shots and a minus-2 rating over 12 appearances.

Kuznetsov logged an assist, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov's helper was his first point in his second NHL contest. It was his first outing with the big club in 2025-26 after he put up two goals in 10 games with AHL Calgary prior to his Tuesday call-up. Kuznetsov is with the big club to apply some pressure for third-pairing minutes, mainly in competition with fellow left-shot blueliner Jake Bean, but also to keep Zayne Parekh and Brayden Pachal honest as well. Should Kuznetsov play well over an extended stretch, he could help bolster a weak spot in the Flames' lineup.

Kuznetsov was recalled from AHL Calgary on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov has two goals in 10 minor-league appearances this season. He will be an option for Wednesday's game against Columbus, but it's unclear if he will be in the lineup.

Kuznetsov was placed on waivers by the Flames on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov played in one NHL game in which he saw 11:58 of ice time against Ottawa on Jan. 9, 2024. Last season, the 23-year-old blueliner was unable to break into the NHL roster, featuring exclusively for AHL Calgary while tallying six goals and 15 helpers in 72 regular-season contests. Assuming he clears waivers, Kuznetsov figures to spend the bulk of the upcoming campaign with the Wranglers but should be able to earn a call-up or two along the way.

Kuznetsov signed a two-year contract with the Flames on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov was a restricted free agent, so it isn't particularly surprising to see him return to the Flames. The first year of his new contract will be a two-way deal, while the second year will become a one-way agreement. Kuznetsov made 72 regular-season appearances with AHL Calgary last year and recorded six goals, 15 assists and 38 PIM.

Kuznetsov was reassigned to AHL Calgary on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov made his NHL debut last season, playing 11:58 versus Ottawa with one blocked shot and two shots on goal. This season, the 22-year-old defenseman has spent the entire season at the AHL level, tallying three goals and adding 11 helpers over 49 appearances with the Wranglers.

Kuznetsov was called up by the Flames on Wednesday, per Aaron Vickers of NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov has three goals and 14 points in 49 appearances with AHL Calgary in 2024-25. He might draw into the lineup Sunday versus San Jose if Kevin Bahl (upper body) and Joel Hanley (personal) are unavailable.