Mason Raymond (lower body) was able to get in a skate Wednesday, Randy Sportak of the Calgary Sun reports.

Raymond (lower body) was able to get in a skate Wednesday, Randy Sportak of the Calgary Sun reports.

Analysis:

The Flames anticipate that Raymond will be ready for the beginning of the regular season, despite his recent limitations. He's expected to see most of his duty this season on either the Flames' second or third line.