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Axel Hurtig is one of the new faces on the revamped Calgary Hitmen , who open their season this weekend .
The 19-year-old defenceman joined the Flames for camp after skating in August with his home country at the 2024 World Junior Summer Showcase , a stepping stone to join Sweden for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship.
Hurtig says he's already learned a lot during his short time in Calgary .
Calgary Hitmen GM Garry Davidson has made three trades in the last week , acquiring Connor Hvidston , Connor Dale and two draft picks from Regina Pats and Everett Silvertips .
Hitmen coach McFarland wants his Hitmen to be a hard-working squad “that has the puck as much as possible” under former coach Steve Hamilton .
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