FLAMES STATEMENT REGARDING TRAVIS HAMONIC

CALGARY -Calgary Flames General Manager Brad Treliving released the following statement this evening regarding defenceman Travis Hamonic.

"Earlier this evening Travis called me to inform us that he has decided to opt out of the NHL Return to Play Program. Travis explained that due to family considerations, he has made the difficult decision not to participate in the Stanley Cup Qualifier and Playoffs.

"While we will miss Travis in our line-up, we understand and respect his decision. Our focus remains on preparation for training camp and our upcoming series in the NHL Qualifying Round."