CALGARY, AB -- The Calgary Flames announced today that they have recalled defenceman Derek Smith from the Abbotsford Heat of the American Hockey League.

Smith has played 11 games with the Flames this season. In 5 games with the Heat this year, he has recorded 1 goal.

Additionally, the Flames placed Curtis Glencross on injured reserve due to a lower body injury suffered today against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

DEREK SMITH – DEFENCE

BORN: Belleville, ONDATE: October 13, 1984

HEIGHT: 6’1” WEIGHT: 200 lbs.

SHOOTS: Left

HOW ACQUIRED: Signed as a free agent on July 13, 2011