The Johnny Hockey Era is reportedly over for the Calgary Flames.
According to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, pending unrestricted free agent Johnny Gaudreau has informed the club that he won’t be returning and will be headed to free agency.
Johnny Gaudreau informed the #Flames he will not be returning to Calgary. Emotional conversation for both sides, as the Flames rolled out the red carpet to keep him.
A massive offer was presented, as we reported, but this wasn't about money.
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) July 13, 2022
The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun and Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman are also reporting that Gaudreau is headed to the open market on Wednesday.