Popular Flame celebrates big milestone

Posted Oct 29, 2010 12:36 am.

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Craig Conroy has been honoured for reaching a mark few players even get close to.

The popular Flames veteran played in his 1,000 career NHL game Thursday night, in a 6-5 loss to the Avalanche.

Conroy’s accomplishment was celebrated in a pre-game ceremony. The 39-year-old was presented with a silver stick and a Rolex watch from his team-mates.

Conroy thanked the Flames’ owners, players and the fans.

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