Nazem Kadri Reaches 1,000 NHL Games Milestone with Calgary Flames

Calgary Flames forward Nazem Kadri is slated to play his 1,000th NHL game on Wednesday against the Blue Jackets at the Scotiabank Saddledome, becoming the 12th player to reach this milestone with the Flames. Drafted seventh overall by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2009, Kadri's career is marked by resilience, intensity, and a fiery competitiveness, establishing him as a respected two-way player. After stints with Toronto and winning the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022, Kadri brought his leadership and edge to Calgary, becoming a franchise cornerstone. The 34-year-old, who leads the Flames with 10 points (3G, 7A) this season and has led scoring for the past two, expressed "thankfulness and gratitude" for the "incredible achievement" of being physically and mentally ready for so many games. This game celebrates his journey from a young draft pick to a Cup champion and veteran leader.