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The Calgary Flames have announced that they've signed forward Alex Tanguay -- acquired last week in a deal with Colorado for defenseman Jordan Leopold, a 2006 second round pick, and a conditional second rounder in 2007 or 2008 -- to a three year contract, along with plans to move him from the wing to center. This would presumably be a move to pair him with star winger and captain Jarome Iginla. The Flames also announced the signing of free agent forward Jeff Friesen to a one year contract. The Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes have announced the signing of forward Erik Cole to a new three year contract for $12 million.