CALGARY, AB – The Calgary Flames announced today that they have recalled centre Markus Granlund from the Abbotsford Heat of the American Hockey League.

Granlund, originally a second round pick (45th overall) by Calgary in the 2011 NHL Draft, has scored 13 goals and added 11 assists for 24 points in 29 games with the Abbotsford Heat this season. This will be his first call-up to the NHL.

MARKUS GRANLUND – CENTRE

BORN: Oulu, FIN DATE: April 16, 1993

HEIGHT: 6’0” WEIGHT: 184 lbs.

SHOOTS: Left

HOW ACQUIRED: 2nd round, 45th overall, in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft