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Big Show with Rusic & Rose

1,361 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings

Start your mornings with George Rusic and Matt Rose as they discuss the biggest stories in sports and the teams that matter most to Calgary fans. Airing live on Sportsnet 960 The FAN weekdays from 6am-9am MT.

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Teeing up another exciting season for Cavalry FC!

March 31, 2023 15:51 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by former Cavalry FC Captain, and current Assistant Coach, Nik Ledgerwood! Nik discussed Cavalry's pre-season preparations for the upcoming season, his transition from player to a coaching role, the team's upcoming jersey reveal, and the growth of the Canadian Premier League across the nation!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Me...

Do you believe in the Flames' playoff chances? We sure do!

March 31, 2023 15:10 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, Derek Wills joins the program to tee up the Flames and the Canucks, explain why he thinks Mackenzie Weegar has been the Flames' best defenceman since the All-Star break, and discuss his newfound positivity for the Flames' playoff hopes! Later, former Blue Jays All-Star Pitcher, Ricky Romero, joins the program to share his thoughts on the debut of the pitch clock rule in the regular season,  how special of a player Shohei Ohtani is, and Alek Manoah's openin...

Could we see a Battle of Alberta in the first round?

March 31, 2023 14:15 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt discuss the playoff picture in the Western Conference after Nashville dropped points against the Penguins. George explains why he isn't convinced by the Predators and has written them off as a contender for that final Wild Card spot. The guys also look at the Oilers sneaking towards first place in the Pacific Division and how that could setup an enticing Battle of Alberta in the first round of the playoffs.  Afterwards, Nick Kypreos joins ...

The Flames can't afford to take the Canucks lightly!

March 31, 2023 13:27 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matty kickoff the hour with an early look at the Flames tilt against the Canucks and George explains why he would be worried to take on the Canucks right now! The guys also dig into some voicemails and revisit our Macho Man impressions in honour of WrestleMania!  Afterwards, from an exciting night for the NHL out-of-town scoreboard, to opening day in the MLB, Matt Rose has everything you need to know to get up to speed with The Morning Report!  ...

Talking all things Dungeon Wrestling w/ Dallas Hart!

March 30, 2023 15:59 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by the Co-Founder of Dungeon Wrestling, Dallas Hart! Dallas reflects on the year that was for Dungeon Wrestling, how special the show and venue is here in Calgary, and tees up all the matches on the card!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. 

The fall of the Jets couldn't come at a better time for the Flames!

March 30, 2023 15:12 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, George and Matt welcome David Amber to the show! David talks about if he think he could do the '9,9,9' challenge, the Jets' collapse keeping the Flames in the playoff hunt, how enticing it would be to have Jon Quick take on his former team in the first round, and expectations for the Oilers heading into the playoffs!  Afterwards, to tee up the Blue Jays' opening game of the season later today, the guys were joined by Ben Wagner! Ben shared his thoughts on ...

Frank Seravalli discusses the future of the Flames' management!

March 30, 2023 14:12 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by our NHL Insider, Frank Seravalli! Frank shared his thoughts on the future of Darryl Sutter and Brad Treliving with the Flames' organization, the Jets opening the door for the Flames to sneak into the playoffs, and the potential of Ryan Huska as a future head coach!  Afterwards, it's time for another edition of Brodie on the Beat! This week, Alex asked the people of Calgary what they'd teach new signing, Matt Coronato, about t...

How invested are you in the Blue Jays this season?

March 30, 2023 13:30 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, its opening day in the MLB! George and Matt want to get your thoughts on how invested you are in the Blue Jays this upcoming season. The guys also check out some of our first ever voicemails on the Big Show, and discuss the Flames' ideal playoff opponents if they do manage to sneak into a Wild Card spot! Afterwards, Matty Rose brings you up to speed on all things sports with today's Morning Report!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are tho...

Getting you set for Calgary Hitmen playoff hockey!

March 29, 2023 16:15 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by the head coach of the Calgary Hitmen, Steve Hamilton! Steve reflects on the season that was for the Hitmen, special teams being a huge difference-maker, and his plan to motivate the team as many of their players are getting their first taste of WHL playoff experience!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affilia...

Jacob Markstrom continues to prove any doubters wrong!

March 29, 2023 15:11 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, Brent Krahn joins us in studio for the full hour! Brent talks about Jacob Markstrom's return to form in March, his thoughts on the Jets continuing to falter as the Flames press forward, and the addition of Matthew Coronato to the Flames' lineup!  Afterwards, Brent delivers his poem for Matt, and we return with another edition of Impossible Flames Trivia! This week, George is wants to know what Mark Jankowski, Derek Ryan, and James Neal all have in common! ...

Teeing up the Blue Jays' season opener w/ Shi Davidi!

March 29, 2023 14:14 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt introduce the official Big Show voicemail! If you want to give your thoughts on the show but aren't listening live, this voicemail is the solution for you! Give us a call at 403-407-0238 and we will play your voicemail the following day. Whether its your hot Flames take, or something about the show, we want to hear from you! Later, the guys were joined by Shi Davidi to reflect on the Blue Jays' spring training that was and tee up what shou...

The Flames are starting to look like a playoff team!

March 29, 2023 13:24 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt reflect on a huge Flames win against the LA Kings last night! The guys discuss Jacob Markstrom's play, the many reviews in the game, and Matt Coronato's interview during the intermission! George also looks back on his controversial Winnipeg Jets take that is now looking to be more accurate than we'd initially thought!  Matty Rose recaps an exciting night in the world of sports with today's edition of The Morning Report! The views and opini...

Taking a deep dive into the LA Kings!

March 28, 2023 15:55 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by the voice of the LA Kings and Hall-of-Fame Broadcaster, Nick Nickson! Nick shared his thoughts on Anze Kopitar's status as one of the greatest centres of all time, Tyler Toffoli's career season with the Flames, and if he thinks the Flames still have a reasonable shot at an NHL playoff birth this season.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position...

Will Chris Tanev return to the Flames' lineup this season?

March 28, 2023 15:15 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, George and Matt welcome Flames Writer at The Athletic, Julian McKenzie, to the show! Julian gave his thoughts on Chris Tanev's injury struggles and the void he leaves in the team's lineup, if Troy Stecher has earned an extension, and if we'll see a "Pelletier style" treatment for Matt Coronato as he prepares to join the team later today.  Afterwards, Jay McNeil joins the program to tee up the Stampeder's upcoming season, all things about the world of busin...

Why the Flames' penalty kill is crucial to their playoff hopes!

March 28, 2023 14:17 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt take a closer look at the LA Kings and ponder whether or not we've been underestimating them all season or not, and if they are a true Stanley Cup contender this season! Afterwards, the guys discuss the dire situation the Flames are facing if they fail to pick up two points tonight against the Kings.  Afterwards, the guys talk about their speeding ticket experiences and get the textline's thoughts on their best excuses to get out of an unw...

What do the Flames have in common with their Wild Card rivals?

March 28, 2023 13:14 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt kickoff the show by teeing up the Flames' tilt against the Kings tonight at the Saddledome! The guys also debate if the Flames will get more wins than Coronato gets games before the end of the season, the Wild Card race in the Western Conference heating up, and how the season would look if the Flames had managed to grab a win in just a fraction of their overtime losses this season!   Matty Rose has everything you need from the world of spor...

Tim Leiper reflects on an incredible World Baseball Classic!

March 27, 2023 16:10 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by Canada's First Base Coach at the World Baseball Classic and former Blue Jays Coach, Tim Leiper! Tim reflects on what was an incredible World Baseball Classic, Canada's performance in the group stages, and the impact on the future of Canadian baseball!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. 

Why late-season prospect signings can have a huge impact!

March 27, 2023 15:10 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by our resident Flames expert, Peter Loubardias! Lou shared his thoughts on the addition of Matt Coronato to the Flames' lineup, Jakob Pelletier's ability to play a complete game, his weekly life lesson, and shares his excitement for the upcoming WHL playoffs!  Afterwards, Greg Wyshynski joins the show to discuss the value of a late-season prospect signing and how it can have more impact than the trade deadline, the playoff pictu...

Where does Coronato fit on the Flames' depth chart?

March 27, 2023 14:08 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt continue their discussion  on Matthew Coronato! The guys share their ideal line combinations with Coronato in the lineup, where he falls in the Flames' depth chart compared to Jakob Pelletier, and how the NCAA stacks up against the CHL in terms of player development!  Afterwards, Luke Gazdic joins the program to talk about his first NHL game, how he thought Treliving's conversations went with Coronato, and how players in the locker room pe...

How many games will Matthew Coronato play this season?

March 27, 2023 13:09 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt recap what was an exciting weekend for the Calgary Flames! The guys first give their thoughts on Matthew Coronato signing with the team, where he sits on the team's depth chart, and discuss how many games they think he'll play this season.  Afterwards, the guys reflect on the Flames' win against the Sharks on Saturday and take a look at the team's chances of catching the Jets, as they remain within striking distance.  To wrap the hour, it ...

Why the Flames absolutely have to sign Matt Coronato!

March 24, 2023 15:28 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

On hour three of The Big Show, George and Matt welcome Derek Wills to the show! Derek gave his thoughts on Huberdeau not seeing the ice late in the 3rd period, the importance of getting Pelletier back in the lineup, and that it is imperative that the Flames sign Matthew Coronato.  Afterwards, Dan Rusanowsky joins the program to help us tee up the Flames' afternoon tilt against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday! Dan also explains why the Norris belongs to Erik Karlsson, and why Logan Couture h...

Do the Flames' forwards need a complete reset?

March 24, 2023 14:19 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, the guys are joined by Sportsnet NHL Writer, Jason Bukala! Jason discusses Jonathan Huberdeau's scoring struggles, why the Flames struggle at home so much this season, and if he thinks the Flames still have a shot at sneaking into the playoff picture!  Afterwards, the guys get the textline's feedback on how low they think the Flames playoff hopes are!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessari...

Flames falter in another 1-goal contest

March 24, 2023 13:06 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt talk discuss the Flames' tough loss in their return to the Saddledome against the Golden Knights. The guys talk about a tough no-call on Rasmus Andersson for Vegas' third goal, the Flames' playoff hopes growing more unlikely, and the same old mistakes we are seeing from the group.  Later, GVP and Alex go head-to-head in a rematch of our general knowledge quiz! Matty Rose recaps last night's tilt and a busy night around the NHL with The Mor...

Addressing the Flames' internal issues w/ Frank Seravalli

March 23, 2023 22:27 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matty dive into the future of the Flames with Frank Seravalli! Firstly, the guys ask Frank his thoughts on the NHL's interesting schedule, and why the draft lottery is set to happen while Bedard could still be in the playoffs. Afterwards, we get Frank's thoughts on uncertainty in the Flames' locker room, and the future of this lineup if they fail to make the NHL playoffs.  It's Thursday which means it's time for another edition of Brodie on the...

Can the Flames flip the narrative at home?

March 23, 2023 15:28 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Flames Analyst and 3-time Olympic medalist, Meaghan Mikkelson! Meaghan tries to pinpoint exactly why the Flames struggle at home, the play of Troy Stecher as of late, and gave her thoughts on the Flames chances at stealing a spot in the Western Conference Wild Card race. Afterwards, the guys shared their final thoughts on the Flames as they get set to take on the Golden Knights, and heard from listeners about some of the weird...

We have a bone to pick with the NHL schedule

March 23, 2023 13:11 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt tee up the Flames' tilt against the Golden Knights! Later, the guys dig into their thoughts on the scheduling in the NHL and discuss their confusion with the day of the draft lottery.  Matty Rose brings you up to speed from the world of sports with today's edition of The Morning Report!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any...

Checking in on the Canucks w/ Randip Janda!

March 22, 2023 16:14 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by Vancouver Canucks Analyst, Randip Janda! Randip shared his thoughts on the Canucks' recent run of form, Thatcher Demko making a statement since his return, and discusses the Wild Card race in the Western Conference and predicts who he think will come out on top.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. 

Assessing the state of the Flames' locker room

March 22, 2023 15:23 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MB

On the third hour of  The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Eric Francis! George has the tough questions for Eric today as he asks about morale in the Flames' locker room right now! Afterwards, we are back with another edition of What's Irking Eric!  Later, we bring back impossible Flames trivia! This week, George's question is all about Flames' goaltenders! Can you solve this week's question?  To wrap the show, Anthony Stewart joins the program to give his thoughts on how trade dead...

Why are the Flames struggling on home ice?

March 22, 2023 14:10 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt discuss the Flames' struggles at home as they get set to return from their short road trip on the west coast. The guys also take a look at the out of town scoreboard and debate what the point total benchmark is for the Flames to get into a playoff spot.  To wrap the hour, the guys are joined by Jeff Blair! Jeff shares his thoughts on Shohei Ohtani's talent, pitchers not attending the World Baseball Classic, and Toronto Blue Jays spring tra...

Troy Stecher continues to impress!

March 22, 2023 13:26 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

On the first hour of  The Big Show, George and Matt breakdown the Flames win against the Ducks in Anaheim last night!  Following his goal last night, we show our appreciation for Troy Stecher's performances since becoming a Calgary Flame! Afterwards, it was a busy night in the NHL, the World Baseball Championship wrapped up and Matty Rose has everything you need to know with today's edition of The Morning Report!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and ...

Why the Flames should call up Dustin Wolf next season!

March 21, 2023 16:02 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas talks all things NHL draft with Scott Wheeler! Before we got to the draft, Scott shared his thoughts on the best next steps for Wrangler's goaltender, Dustin Wolf, Jeremie Poirier's first season in the AHL, and Matthew Coronato's big decision!  Later, Scott talked about how he was able to predict Connor Bedard's producion in the WHL this year, and shared his excitement for the upcoming NHL draft!  The views and opinions expressed in this po...

Is Matthew Coronato ready for the NHL?

March 21, 2023 15:21 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, Sam Cosentino joins the program! Sam shares his thoughts on the ideal landing spots for Connor Bedard, Matthew Coronato's future with the Calgary Flames, and the need for Jonathan Huberdeau to take some responsibility for the Flames' performances this season.  Afterwards, George and Matty wrap the hour by visiting our textline topic of the day! We gained insights on when our listeners have been beaten down as hard as the Flames were against the kings last ...

Why it's too late to give up on the Flames' playoff hopes!

March 21, 2023 14:10 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, the guys open the hour with a deeper dive into the state of the Calgary Flames, following their loss at the hands of the Kings. First, we discuss who we think will get the start between the pipes against Anaheim, and why there is not point in giving up on the Flames' playoff hopes at this point in the season.  Afterwards, Melancholy Malcom comes out of retirement to fill us in on how Flames' Twitter is handling last night's loss!  To wrap the hour, the g...

Next steps for the Calgary Flames

March 21, 2023 13:22 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt breakdown an embarrassing Flames loss at the hands of the LA Kings. The guys first try to determine where things have gone wrong for the Flames and try to predict the best possible future for this  group if they miss the playoffs. Later, we dive into Elliotte Friedman's comments from 32 Thoughts, which suggested there is some unrest in the Flames locker room between Nazem Kadri and Darryl Sutter.  Matt Rose brings you up to speed from the d...

Breaking down the Hitmen's remarkable return to form!

March 20, 2023 16:08 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas is joined by our Calgary Hitmen Reporter and Host of Hitmen Hockey Hour, Aazam Nanji! Aazam discusses what changed for the Hitmen as they rebounded from an abysmal month of February, the team's push back into the WHL playoff picture, and gives his thoughts on fighting being banned in the QMJHL.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. ...

The Flames' record on the road may surprise you!

March 20, 2023 15:22 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, to help get you set for the Flames' tilt against the Kings, George and Matt are joined by Dennis Bernstein! Dennis discusses the Kings' impressive season so far, the departure of Jonathan Quick, and Drew Doughty continuing to lead by example!  Later, the guys are joined by our resident Flames expert, Peter Loubardias! Lou gives his thoughts on Nazem Kadri's overtime benching against the Stars, the Flames' strong record on the road this season, and shares h...

Taking a look at the playoff picture in the West!

March 20, 2023 14:13 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt take a closer look at the Western Conference playoff race and discuss the Flames' opportunity as their closest rivals continue to falter. The guys also share their thoughts on the importance of grabbing some wins against low-tier opponents this week, and the play of Mackenzie Weegar and Rasmus Andersson.  We also dig into our favourite subject, math! George breaks down the mathematical probability of building the perfect March Madness brac...

What's going on with Nazem Kadri?

March 20, 2023 13:24 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt open the show with a deep dive into the Flames' tough overtime loss at the hands of the Stars on the weekend. The guys discuss Jacob Markstrom's stick smash, what's going on with Nazem Kadri, and give their thoughts on Milan Lucic being scratched for Nick Ritchie. After a busy weekend in the world of sports, Matty Rose has everything you need to know to kickoff your week with The Morning Report!  The views and opinions expressed in this po...

Teeing up the Flames and the Stars!

March 17, 2023 15:39 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, Patrick Dumas tees up the Flames upcoming weekend tilt this weekend against the Dallas Stars! To help give us the tale of the tape from Dallas, Patrick is joined by Owen Newkirk! Owen shared his thoughts on the Stars' season so far, Miro Heiskanen's influence on the blue line, and how exciting it would be to get yet another playoff series between the Flames and the Stars! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests a...

Why Troy Stecher's fight was for the Flames' season!

March 17, 2023 15:09 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Nick Kypreos! Nick explains how Troy Stecher's fight last night has a long-term, positive impact on the Flames lineup heading back home. Later, Nick dives into storylines around the NHL including Toronto's concerns heading into a first-round playoff tilt against a Stanley Cup favourite! To wrap the hour, Derek Wills joins the program to share his takeaways on the Flames' win over the Golden Knights last night and gives his tho...

Jacob 'March-strom' continues to shine!

March 17, 2023 14:09 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, the guys dive deeper into the scratching of Jakob Pelletier and Walker Duehr, wish Mikael Backlund a very happy birthday, and evaluate the Flames' stellar penalty kill against the Golden Knights last night. The guys' also discuss the Flames updated playoff odds after an ideal night on the out of town scoreboard.  Afterwards, Brent Krahn stops by the studio to share his thoughts on Jacob Markstrom's resurgence and takes on Matty at some St. Patrick's Day t...

Flames finally cash-in against the Golden Knights!

March 17, 2023 13:20 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George Rusic and Matty Rose breakdown the Flames first ever win in Vegas! The guys share their thoughts on the value of getting a 'rocking chair' win, and breakdown Darryl Sutter's lineup changes that saw Pelletier and Duehr return to the press box.  Later, after a busy night across the NHL and more, Matty Rose brings you up to speed with today's edition of The Morning Report!  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and gu...

Do the Flames need to give more attention to detail?

March 16, 2023 15:38 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Calgary Flames Analyst and Former NHLer, Cory Sarich! Cory discusses the lack of attention to detail he's seen from the Flames, shares his thought's on Sutter's initial comments about Jakob Pelletier, and shares stories from his playing career about his time playing under John Tortorella.  Later, it's that time of the week which means it's time for another edition of Brodie on the Beat! This week was all about optimism so Alex...

Identifying the turning point of the Flames' season!

March 16, 2023 14:14 - 44 minutes - 41 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt are joined by Frank Seravalli! Frank shares his thoughts on the Flames' playoff chances and gives his opinion on the future of Darryl Sutter with the Flames organization.  Afterwards, George tells us what he thinks was the turning point of the Flames' season. Spoiler alert, it involves a certain press conference with Head Coach, Darryl Sutter!  Later, the guys are joined by Valerie Ball, Director of Communications and Community Engagement...

Who is the toughest goalie in the NHL?

March 16, 2023 13:16 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt kickoff the hour with a discussion on their personal hygiene habits and discuss some of their maybe more embarrassing tendencies. The guys also dig into the Flames' upcoming tilt in Vegas where they are still searching for their first win in franchise history.  Later, Matty Rose has everything you need from the day that was in the world of sports with The Morning Report! The guys also dive into a tangent regarding the toughest goalies in th...

Eric Francis on Mangiapane, Valimaki, and the Flames' defensive woes!

March 15, 2023 15:20 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

On hour 3 of The Big Show, George and Matt welcome Eric Francis to the show! Eric evaluates the Flames' performance against the coyotes and identifies next steps for the group as they slip farther away from an NHL playoff spot. Later, Eric fills us in on what's irking him this week!  Afterwards, Sportsnet Personality, Arash Madani joins the program to talk about Canada's run at the World Baseball Classic so far, shares his thoughts on Mitch Bratt's tough outing against the USA, and tees up ...

Should the Flames reunite Huberdeau and Lindholm?

March 15, 2023 14:12 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

On the second hour of The Big Show, George and Matt discuss their positive takeaways from what was a very tough loss for the Flames against Arizona. The guys discuss the play of Jacob Markstrom, and highlight the peformance of Walker Duehr!  Later, the guys discuss whether or not they think it would be a good idea to reunite Jonathan Huberdeau and Elias Lindholm on the Flames' top line!  To wrap the hour, the guys are joined by NFL Analyst, Charles Davis! After some time away following the...

Flames' consistency struggles continue!

March 15, 2023 13:21 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MB

On the first hour of The Big Show, George and Matt discuss the Flames' deflating loss at the hands of the Coyotes at Mullett Arena last night. The guys dig into the lackluster defensive performance, Jakob Pelletier's critical mistake in overtime, and try their best to find at least one positive takeaway from the game.  Afterwards, after an incredibly busy night in the world of sports, Matty Rose brings you up to speed with today's edition of The Morning Report!  The views and opinions expr...

Taking a closer look at the Arizona Coyotes!

March 14, 2023 15:57 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MB

On the fourth hour of The Big Show, to take a deep dive into the Flames' tilt against the Coyotes, Patrick Dumas was joined by Tyson Nash! Tyson discusses the Coyotes season so far, how enticing the addition of Connor Bedard is to the franchise, and the impact of Brett Ritchie and Connor Mackey from the trade with the Flames earlier this month! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. ...

Why offseason additions will make or break the Flames' playoff hopes

March 14, 2023 15:13 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MB

On the third hour of The Big Show, the guys are joined by Flames Writer, Julian McKenzie! Julian adds his take to the state of the Calgary Flames, the importance of seeing production from Huberdeau and Kadri over the next 15 games, and a very interesting discussion on the unique opportunity the Wranglers have right now.   Afterwards, the guys revisit our textline topic of the day! We get our listeners take on what they love as much as Connor McDavid loves Nickelback!   To wrap the hour, to...