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thehockeynews.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting.
- Devin Cooley has been featured prominently as Calgary Flames backup goaltender, with reports praising his composure, size (6-foot-5), and steady performance after earning the NHL backup spot out of training camp. This includes strong early-season numbers and growing trust from the coaching staff [source: The Hockey News, "He’s Earned It" article, 2025-11-10].[1]
- He signed a two-year, one-way contract extension with Calgary, signaling the organization’s commitment to him as part of their goalie depth, and framing the next couple of seasons as an opportunity to build further in the NHL [source: The Hockey News, "'They've Totally Saved My Career'" article, 2026-01-01].[2]
- Cooley was part of Calgary’s 2026 World Championship material, carrying momentum from the NHL season into international play with USA Hockey, highlighting his status as a dependable NHL depth option and his recognition at the national-team level [source: The Hockey News, "Flames Duo Set For May World Championship Stage," 2026-04-17].[3]
- In game-by-game context, he’s been a reliable secondary option for Calgary, with several credited performances contributing to close games and solid team defense, though his win totals have fluctuated as aBackup behind the starter [source: CBS Sports recap of Flames games, 2026-03-05].[4]
If you’d like, I can fetch the latest headlines from a few more outlets or pull a quick, up-to-date snapshot of his statistics (games played, GAA, save percentage) for the current season. I can also pull a short timeline of his career milestones and any notable injuries or accolades. Would you prefer a concise stat line, a narrative timeline, or both?
Citations:
- The Hockey News coverage of Cooley’s earning of the backup role and early-season numbers.[1]
- The Hockey News contract extension and its interpretation for his career outlook.[2]
- World Championship context highlighting international leadership and momentum.[3]
- CBS Sports game-by-game performance and recent form.[4]