Flames' Elliott: 'I've wanted this opportunity and am ready for it'

Finally, Brian Elliott is the unquestioned No. 1 goalie on his team.

The veteran netminder, who's been stuck in tandem situations despite excellent personal numbers in recent seasons, took to Twitter on Saturday to address being traded to the Calgary Flames, a team he's clearly excited to join.

He also offered the following about his departure from the St. Louis Blues:

First off, I want to thank the Blues organization. I'm proud to have been a part of it for the last 5 years and be one of the (Blues alumni). I've had some amazing teammates, and made friendships inside and outside of hockey that I'll always be grateful for. To the fans, thank you for the support over the last five years. My time in St. Louis wouldn't have been the same without it. #mooooooose

The 31-year-old has posted a career save percentage of .914 in 323 appearances, with a personal high of 29 wins with the Ottawa Senators in 2009-10.

Elliott is the only goalie under contract for next season, with Joni Ortio (restricted) and Karri Ramo (unrestricted) both heading to free agency. As such, he'll likely challenge his highs in both single-season appearances and wins in 2016-17.