JOEL HANLEY NEWS

Stuck in press box Hanley has been scratched for 10 of the Flames' first 12 games after sitting out Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Oilers.

Impact Hanely is one of three left-shot defensemen on the Flames' roster, but they dress five right-handed blueliners Sunday. At this point, Hanley looks to be at the bottom of the pecking order for playing time -- at 33 years old, he's a veteran who can check in when necessary. The team will likely prioritize getting looks at Brayden Pachal and Daniil Miromanov over the course of the season, so barring injuries, Hanley won't play often.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Thursday Hanley (undisclosed) participated in the Thursday's practice, per Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

Impact Hanley missed Calgary's final eight contests in 2023-24 due to an undisclosed injury, but it appears he's ready for the upcoming campaign. He had a goal and five points in 42 contests last season. Hanley was paired with Tyson Barrie, who is joining Calgary's training camp on a tryout basis, during the practice.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Hanley (undisclosed) isn't available Thursday versus San Jose, per Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

Impact This is Calgary's season finale, so Hanley will conclude the campaign with a goal and five points in 42 outings between Dallas and the Flames. He missed the final eight contests due to the injury. Hanley is signed through 2024-25, so he'll likely be on Calgary's roster again next year, though it's feasible the 32-year-old will bounce between serving on the third pairing and being a healthy scratch.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Tuesday Hanley (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Canucks, per the NHL media site.

Impact Hanley will miss his seventh straight game. He has one more chance to return before the end of the campaign, as the Flames host the Sharks on Thursday.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Hanley (undisclosed) will not play Thursday versus the Kings, Brendan Parker of Flames TV reports.

Impact Hanley is set to miss his fourth straight game, and it's unclear when he'll be able to play again. The Flames play Friday versus the Ducks.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Hanley (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Sharks, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Hanley will miss his third straight game with the injury. Nikita Okhotyuk and Brayden Pachal will be in the lineup with Hanley and Olier Kylington (upper body) unavailable. The Flames' next game is Thursday versus the Kings.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Hanley (undisclosed) won't play Saturday versus Edmonton, per Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

Impact It will be Hanley's second straight game on the shelf. Dennis Gilbert will draw into the lineup for the first time since March 7 due to Hanley's continued absence.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Hanley (undisclosed) will miss Thursday's game in Winnipeg, according to Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

Impact Hanley has a goal and five points in 42 contests between Dallas and Calgary in 2023-24. Nikita Okhotyuk might draw back into the lineup Thursday due to Hanley's absence.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Tuesday's game Hanley (undisclosed) exited Tuesday's game versus the Ducks in the first period, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

Impact Hanley didn't return to the bench at the start of the second or third periods, so it's safe to assume his game is done. The 32-year-old has seen fairly steady playing time since the Flames claimed him off waivers from the Stars. If he can't suit up Thursday versus the Jets, Nikita Okhotyuk or Dennis Gilbert could enter the lineup.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first goal with new team Hanley scored a goal in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Canucks.

Impact Hanley's tally came with 19 seconds left in the game, making no impact on the result. The 32-year-old defenseman is at least getting more consistent playing time with the Flames than he did with the Stars, but his spot on the third pairing hardly makes him a fantasy option. For the season, he has five points, 14 shots on net, 46 hits, 43 blocked shots, 23 PIM and a plus-2 rating over 38 appearances.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist in team debut Hanley logged an assist in Thursday's 6-3 win over the Lightning.

Impact Hanley helped out on a Jakob Pelletier tally in the second period. This was Hanley's first game with the Flames after he was claimed off waivers from the Stars following the Chris Tanev trade. Through 33 appearances this season, Hanley has four helpers, 23 PIM, 37 hits, 33 blocked shots, 13 shots on net and a plus-3 rating. The 32-year-old could be a rotational option on defense for the Flames, but they may be more interested in getting a younger option like Daniil Miromanov in the lineup following the team's defensive overhaul.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Set to make debut Thursday Hanley is expected to make his Flames debut Thursday at Tampa Bay, per Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

Impact Hanley played 32 games for the Stars, registering three assists with 36 hits and 32 blocked shots. The 32-year-old averaged 13:42 of ice time per game for Dallas and is expected to be on the third defensive pairing with Brayden Pachal.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Flames claim defenceman Joel Hanley off waivers Joel Hanley has totalled 183 appearances in the NHL, including 32 so far this season with the Dallas Stars.

MARCH 5 • CALGARYHERALD.COM

Claimed off waivers Calgary claimed Hanley off waivers from Dallas on Tuesday, according to Chris Johnston of The Athletic.

Impact Hanley has registered three assists, 32 blocked shots and 36 hits in 32 games this season. He will probably get a chance to compete for playing time on Calgary's third pairing.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Hits waivers Hanley was placed on waivers Monday, Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine reports.

Impact Hanley has been a healthy scratch for half of Dallas' 16 games since Jan. 25, so this move doesn't come as a surprise. Look for the 32-year-old defender, who's picked up just three assists through 32 top-level appearances this year, to head to AHL Texas if he passes through waivers unclaimed.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Losing playing time Hanley has been scratched for five of the Stars' last six games.

Impact Hanley saw steady playing time in January while Miro Heiskanen (lower body) was out, but that time has dried up since Heiskanen returned. Hanley has competed with Nils Lundkvist for the last spot on the Stars' blue line for much of the season, but the momentum isn't in Hanley's favor currently. The 32-year-old has three assists, 24 hits, 24 blocked shots and 14 PIM through 25 outings this season.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Plucks apple in win Hanley managed an assist and blocked four shots in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Hanley has two helpers over his last six games. The 32-year-old continues to see minimal minutes, though he is getting his even-strength time alongside Thomas Harley. Hanley is up to three assists with 17 hits, 16 blocked shots, nine shots on goal, eight PIM and a plus-3 rating through 19 appearances. His place in the lineup is likely secure until Miro Heiskanen (lower body) returns.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Snags helper Hanley recorded an assist and blocked two shots in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Predators.

Impact Hanley may have more security in a third-pairing role with Miro Heiskanen (lower body) out week-to-week. This was Hanley's second game in a row, though he did see a majority of the playing time over Nils Lundkvist in December. Hanley has two helpers, seven shots on net, 15 hits, 11 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating over 15 appearances, so even if he sticks in the lineup, he won't be a fantasy option.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Gets on scoresheet Hanley notched an assist, two shots on goal and four PIM in Monday's 6-3 win over the Red Wings.

Impact Hanley's second penalty led to a Red Wings goal, which isn't likely to make head coach Pete DeBoer happy. Nonetheless, this was Hanley's eighth appearance in 20 games since the start of November. The 32-year-old has gotten more of a chance to play with Nils Lundkvist failing to meet expectations in a third-pairing role. Hanley has one assist, four shots on net, eight hits, six blocked shots, four PIM and an even plus-minus rating through eight contests.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Playing time opening up Hanley has played in seven of the Stars' last 15 games.

Impact Hanley sat out the first 10 contests of the season, but he's since found a more regular path to playing time. He filled in when Thomas Harley was hurt, and Hanley has now started to push the struggling Nils Lundkvist for the last spot in the lineup with the Stars at virtually full health. Hanley has no points with seven hits, six blocked shots, two shots on goal and a minus-1 rating over seven appearances, so he's still not likely to be much of an asset for fantasy managers.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Waiting for opportunity Hanley has been a healthy scratch in seven straight games to begin the season.

Impact Hanley has to bide his time as the Stars' seventh defenseman. The 32-year-old collected two helpers, a plus-5 rating, 24 hits and 28 blocked shots over 26 contests in a similar role last season. Nils Lundkvist has been given a longer runway to establish himself this season, but Hanley could step in if he struggles or if the Stars lose a blueliner to injury.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Re-signing with Dallas Hanley inked a two-year, $1.58 million deal with the Stars on Saturday.

Impact Hanley re-upped with the Stars after logging two assists and a plus-5 rating in the 26 games last season. The 32-year-old defenseman will likely serve as blueline depth again in 2023.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist in return to lineup Hanley logged an assist and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Kraken in Game 4.

Impact Hanley filled in with Jani Hakanpaa (lower body) unavailable for this contest. This was Hanley's fourth appearance of the playoff, and the assist was his first point to go with one shot on goal, two hits, three blocked shots and a plus-4 rating. As long as Hakanpaa is out, Hanley should have a chance to stick in the lineup.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gathers assist in win Hanley logged an assist in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Hanley returned from a two-game stint as a healthy scratch. He rewarded head coach Pete DeBoer's decision by setting up Joe Pavelski's tip-in tally in the second period. Hanley has two helpers through nine games in March, which is all of his offense through 24 appearances this season. The 31-year-old has added 27 blocked shots, 23 hits, 15 PIM, 13 shots on net and a plus-6 rating. His veteran presence has kept him in the lineup over Nils Lundkvist as the Stars contend with the Wild and the Avalanche for positioning in the Central Division.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes rare appearance Hanley was included in the Stars' seven-defensemen lineup Wednesday versus the Blackhawks.

Impact Hanley saw just 5:48 of ice time and failed to record a fantasy-relevant stat in his first game since Jan. 25. Injuries to Luke Glendening (lower body) and Joel Kiviranta (lower body), as well as the Stars' recent struggles, prompted head coach Pete DeBoer to try something different Wednesday. Hanley has no points, 17 blocked shots, 15 PIM, 13 hits, nine shots on goal and a plus-5 rating through 14 appearances this season, so he shouldn't be on fantasy managers' radar.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE