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Locked On Flames - Daily Podcast On The Calgary Flames

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Locked On Flames podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Calgary Flames and the National Hockey League. Hosted by hockey writers and podcasters Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis, the Locked On Flames podcast provides your daily fix with expert opinions, local analysis, statistical deep dives, and coverage of all aspects of the Flames franchise. Locked On Flames takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Flames locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Flames podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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Jonathan Huberdeau's Postseason Postmortem

April 25, 2024 22:55 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MB

Jonathan Huberdeau saw a decline in performance for the second season in a row. The Calgary Flames did not expect this would be the player they were acquiring from the Florida Panthers in the Matthew Tkachuk trade. He might not have had a strong season production wise, we did see an improvement in his physicality and passing. There were flashes of the old Huby.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Click HERE to Download MONOPOLY GO! no...

Managing Your Next Step in Goaltending

April 25, 2024 02:21 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

The Calgary Flames have another set of challenges ahead of them. What do you do about your goaltending situation? Are you going to trade Jacob Markstrom and ride with Dustin Wolf and re-sign Dan Vladar or maybe sign another less expensive goaltender? What does Dustin Wolf need to do to earn that next contract? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google Pay. The mobile hit twist on clas...

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April 23, 2024 04:00 - 37 seconds - 742 KB

Locked On Flames podcast is the daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Calgary Flames and the National Hockey League.

Did The Flames Hit Their Marks?

April 23, 2024 02:13 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Craig Conroy had a ridiculous mess to start cleaning up. How would you rank his first season with the Calgary Flames? Ryan Huska made the jump to the NHL and did what he could to make the most of this season. Players like Blake Coleman and jacob Markstrom had great seasons. Is next year the year Jonathan Huberdeau breaks through in Calgary?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google P...

The End of the 2023-24 Chapter For the Calgary Flames

April 19, 2024 23:54 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

The Calgary Flames season has officially ended. There is a lot of uncertainty around Jacob Markstrom and his future with the organization. Rasmus Andersson and Mackenzie Weegar shared some important news in their exit meetings. What does Ryan Huska have to say after his first season as an NHL coach?       Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The App Store or Google Pay. The mobile hit twist on classi...

Biggest 2023-24 Calgary Flames Headlines

April 18, 2024 01:52 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

The Calgary Flames came into the season with a new coach, general manager and captain. There was a giant mess to clean up and it was going to take more than one season. Craig Conroy completed the goals of trading his pending UFAs. Ryan Huska shifted the vibes in the locker room and brought out new ways to play for these players. What else unfolded in Calgary over the last six months?  Top storylines for the 2023-24 Calgary Flames  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg   ...

20 Questions with the Calgary Flames

April 16, 2024 23:44 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

The Calgary Flames season wraps up on Thursday and to contextualize this season and the front office's moves, co-hosts Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis engage in a simple game of 20 questions highlighting various storylines, performances and hypotheticals impacting the organization.  A Calgary Flames 20 Questions | Present, Future and unknown https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSce...  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOL...

This group knows it takes resilience and grit

April 16, 2024 00:04 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

The Calgary Flames season is just about over. They are already preparing for next season by signing goaltender Walterri ignatjew. Dustin Wolf is moving at appropriate speed and his development is right on target. Does this mean the Flames trade Jacob Markstrom? Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on Mackenzie Weegar and the leadership qualities he possesses.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Download MONOPOLY GO! now free on The Ap...

The Flames Are Going To Have To Do This The Hard Way

April 13, 2024 00:43 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

The Calgary Flames are going to have to build the bulk of their next core through the draft. While re-litigating past mistakes might produce more certainty, there is no way to undo what's already been done. So now, the focus needs to be mastering the amateur scouting process. The Arizona Coyotes are seemingly moving forward with a re-location to Salt Lake city which might realign the NHL's divisions. The Flames are gonna have to do this the hard way | Arizona to Utah moves forward | Last gam...

Zary at Center, Flames to the Central?? Getting Miromanov acclimated

April 11, 2024 23:19 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

The Calgary Flames have toyed with rookie forward Connor Zary down the middle over the past few games. Could Zary be a long-term option down the middle? What does the experiment say about the team's outlook on these final games? How has Daniil Miromanov acclimated to Calgary? What have the Flames done to ease him into the organization? Could the Flames really move to the central division to accomodate the Coyotes potential move to Salt Lake City Utah?  Connor Zary at center? | Daniil Miroma...

Analyzing Special Teams & What Went Wrong

April 11, 2024 00:37 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

We all know the Calgary Flames had a tough season. What played into the downfall of this team? Plenty of pre-season models projected the Flames to make the playoffs. We delve deep into the Flames' special teams, highlighting their above average penalty kill that has been a rare bright spot. We also shine a spotlight on Jonathan Huberdeau's remarkable resurgence in the second half of the season, discussing how his offensive production has improved since the start of the new year. Despite flas...

Making the Most of These Final Six Games

April 10, 2024 01:05 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

The Calgary Flames look to make the most of these last six games before heading into the offseason with a few questions. Will they end up trading Jacob Markstrom? What does Dustin Wolf's contract look like and do they try to trade Andrew Mangiapane? What do they do about Andrei Kuzmenko and Yegor Sharangovich? Offseason Challenges for the Calgary Flames? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Factor Meals Get started on your resoluti...

Sharangovich Hits 30

April 09, 2024 01:04 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Yegor Sharangovich came in as a reclamation project for the Calgary Flames. He had a down year in New Jersey but had a strong bounce back with the Flames. How did this happen and how has Ryan Huska made it work? The Tyler Toffoli trade is not looking so bad after all. Plus, where are the Flames at in terms of their line up? Who's in? Who's out?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Factor Meals Get started on your resolutions with Factor, so you’re ready for the new year. Head to factorm...

Oliver Kylington Masterson Trophy Nominee & Zary Gets Healthy Scratched

April 06, 2024 00:20 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

We discuss Oliver Kylington's notable nomination for the prestigious Masterton Trophy, acknowledging his perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to the game. We also dive into the disappointment surrounding the Calgary Flames' elimination from playoff contention, analyzing their season performance and what this means for the team moving forward. Additionally, we touch upon the controversial decisions made in recent games, including Connor Zary's surprising healthy scratch and Martin Posp...

Avoiding the Bad Vibes Through a Rebuild/Retool

April 06, 2024 00:20 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

It was a 4-1 win over the Vegas Golden Knights that will have Dustin Wolf standing a little taller in the coming days. The rookie goaltender fought hard to come out on top of what many thought would be a lopsided game. Jess Belmosto breaks down her thoughts on why the Calgary Flames will avoid going as far south as the Buffalo Sabres or the Ottawa Senators.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the ...

How the Flames can create more offense | A stylistic suggestions

April 05, 2024 02:04 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MB

The Calgary Flames simply don't score enough to be a playoff team in today's NHL. While the team did lose three regulars from the lineup ahead of the trade deadline, it also underperformed relative to league average last season as well, proving that it wasn't just after the sell off that the team's offense took a dive.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBay...

How much more offense do the Flames need? | What the Numbers say

April 04, 2024 02:14 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

The Calgary Flames were about 20 goals away from being a playoff team during the 2022-2023 season. This year, the Flames are likely going to finish about 15 goals short of the league average. Where might the Flames be able to make up that goal difference and find some more offense?  How much more offense do the Flames need to be a playoff team? | What the numbers say  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. St...

What can the Flames learn from other teams in the NHL? | The cautionary and advisory ideas

April 02, 2024 23:27 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

As the Calgary Flames are set to miss the postseason for the second consecutive season, it's natural to take a step back and take stock of the rest of the NHL and what the Flames might be able to learn from other organizations. Even bad teams like the Columbus Blue Jackets and San Jose Sharks offer lessons to the Flames. Things they can avoid doing !   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game w...

How much better can the Flames be in one season? | Lottery next season?

April 01, 2024 23:17 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

The Calgary Flames are taking their medicine as an organization and making the roster worse in the short term to improve the team's future. How much can change in one single offseason? Can the Flames jump from the outskirts of the lottery to the top 5? Can they squeak back into the wild card conversation?    How much better can the Flames be in one season? | Lottery next season? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!    eBay M...

The Universe Is on the Flames Side!

March 29, 2024 16:13 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

The Flames had a good chance of winning last night but the universe had other plans. Jonathan Huberdeau's powerplay goal launched the vibes off the chart. Kuzmenko was robbed of a hat trick due to an overturned goal. What does this mean for the Flames game this weekend against the LA Kings?    The universe is on the Calgary Flames side https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg    Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOFlames?sid=YouTube Loc...

What exactly were the Flames expectations this season | The Huberdeau-McDonald connection

March 29, 2024 00:02 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

The Calgary Flames are amongst the soggy middle of the NHL. The Flames aren't awful enough to be a lottery team but they're not good enough for the postseason, is that about what the organization expected coming into the season? What other teams around the league are in the same boat. Julien McKenzie of The Athletic wrote a feature explaining the friendship between Flames legend Lanny McDonald and current forward Jonathan Huberdeau, detailing how the former has helped the latter get acclimat...

Kadri's Second Season & Season Surprises

March 27, 2024 22:32 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Nazem Kadri's second season with the Calgary Flames has been a positive one. From an increase in production to anchoring two unsuspecting rookies; he's been great. What can you expect from Kadri? Plus, Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis share their thoughts on the Flames prospect pool. Wrap up the show with your surprises of the season! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed ...

Revisiting Preseason Predictions Pt. 1

March 26, 2024 23:22 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

It's okay to point and laugh. Jess Belmosto revisits some of her preseason predictions which include the Calgary Flames being better then the red hot Vancouver Canucks. Dustin Wolf, Jakob Pelletier and Matt Coronato did not make the full time jump to the NHL and Craig Conroy did not fumble the trade deadline.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com...

What to expect when you're expecting... a rebuild

March 25, 2024 21:46 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

The Calgary Flames are entering unfamiliar territory. A rebuild has no clear direction or path to success. What should the Flames expect as they move through the process? The pair take a look at timelines of other rebuilds and playoff droughts.  Do the Flames have the best faculty to facilitate this rebuild?    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com....

HUGE DECISIONS LOOM FOR FLAMES | DUSTIN WOLF GETS HIS SHOT

March 21, 2024 21:53 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

The Calgary Flames have 14 regular season games remaining and general manager Craig Conroy is itching to remodel the team in his own image after largely being saddled with Brad Treliving's decisions. However, the Flames need to be wary of trying to improve the roster too fast too soon as it might lower the overall ceiling of the team in the long-term.  The Flames announced goaltender Daniel Vladar would undergo hip surgery, ending his season and opening a door for Dustin Wolf to get an incr...

Potential Free Agent Targets for the Flames

March 20, 2024 22:39 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

The Calgary Flames might not be looking to make a splash this summer but they still need to ice a team. Which UFAs and RFAs might be the best targets for the Calgary Flames? Which players could the flip at the deadline for more assets? Plus, Jess and Nick discuss the loss of Chris Simon and the implications of denying CTE.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eB...

What Does The 2024-25 Opening Roster Look Like?

March 19, 2024 22:34 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

The journey continues for the Calgary Flames as they look to wrap up their season. Today, Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis predict the 2024-25 opening night roster. Will Jacob Markstrom still be a Flame or will he be heading east? Where does Jakob Pelletier fit in with the group and does it make sense for him to start in the AHL?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit ...

Who Will Be Here When The New Arena Opens?

March 18, 2024 23:46 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

The Calgary Flames are set to have a new arena in the 207-28 season. Which current Calgary Flames are part of the long term plans? Where will the Flames be and who will they be? Players like Huberdeau and Kadri are kind of predetermined but what about Rasmus Andersson or Andrew Mangiapane?    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let’s ride. eBay G...

Who Are The Flames Competing With?

March 14, 2024 22:42 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

The Calgary Flames announced they have signed Hunter Brzustewicz to an entry-level contract. What does this mean for his development and taking the next steps to the NHL? Where does his profile project him to land? Jacob Markstrom is missing some more time due to an injury. With the Flames out of the playoff picture, it allows him to fully rest but also gives Dustin Wolf time to get acclimated to the NHL. No one said it was going to go smoothly but it has to happen. Plus, Jess Belmosto and N...

The Flames long road ahead | defensive woes from inexperience

March 13, 2024 22:57 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

The Calgary Flames rough post trade deadline swoon continued Monday night with a brutal loss to the Stanley Cup contending Colorado Avalanche. In the last few weeks, the team's defense rapidly deteriorated with the trades of Noah Hanifin and Chris Tanev. While the season isn't over, this final stretch of games might get pretty ugly.  Trigger Warning: The second segment of today's episode discusses former Flames' draft selection Topi Ronni and his rights being rescinded by the Flames due to ...

The difference between re-tooling and re-building | Why the Flames need to be careful

March 12, 2024 21:52 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy said the organization is embarking on a re-tool, not a rebuild. Is there actually a difference between the two organizational perspectives? What are examples of both around the NHL? Could the Flames be like the Dallas Stars or New York Rangers? The Los Angeles Kings? Buffalo Sabres or Ottawa Senators?  The difference between re-tooling and re-building | Why the Flames need to be careful  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg Su...

Coming Back Down To Earth | Evaluating the next 18 games

March 11, 2024 22:54 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

In spite of those specific outcomes, the Flames do have 18 more games to play and it's a golden opportunity for young players to seize roles going into the future and set themselves up for success down the road The Flames come back down to earth | What the final 18 games mean    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit...

What To Make of the NHL Trade Deadline

March 09, 2024 00:19 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

The NHL trade deadline has come and gone. Jacob Markstrom is still a Calgary Flame and will at least finish the season as one. Were the buyers the real winners? What are the Flames doing with stockpiling defenseman? Every team had a different approach and some did better than others. Tyler Toffoli headed off to the Winnipeg Jets while Tomas Hertl surprised everyone with a move to the Vegas Golden Knights. What are the next steps for the Calgary Flames? Is it worth fighting for a playoff spot...

Noah Hanifin Traded to Vegas Golden Knights

March 07, 2024 23:37 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Noah Hanifin was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights for Daniil Miromanov, a first-round pick and a conditional third. The Flames have done exactly what they set out to. Craig Conroy still has his work cut out for him. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis share their thoughts about the next steps for the Calgary Flames and just how much the Flames trust their scouting department.       Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the g...

Noah Hanifin's last go around | Trade deadline is white hot

March 07, 2024 00:12 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

With the Calgary Flames set to take on the Tampa Bay Lightning in Florida on the eve of the NHL's trade deadline, the future of pending unrestricted free agent Noah Hanifin hangs in the balance. What can the Flames realistically expect for the defenseman? Is Jacob Markstrom still likely to be moved or is that a decision for the summer? The league at large is making things happen, where will the Flames end up?      Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head...

Pospisil's Garbage Hit & Waiting for Hanifin

March 06, 2024 00:16 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Martin Pospisil has a hearing with Department of Player Safety after a dirty hit on Monday against the Seattle Kraken. This behavior from Pospisil is almost confusing because of his concussion history. What does "sending a message" actually mean and how do these hits allow a game to spiral out of control? Jess and Nick share the latest rumblings around the NHL and how Elias Lindholm might be on the move to the Boston Bruins. Plus, what is going on with Noah Hanifin and his Tampa Bay dream?  ...

Who Really. Knixed the Markstrom Trade?

March 05, 2024 00:52 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

The trade deadline is just days away and the Calgary Flames still have plenty on their plate. Jacob Markstrom is not being moved after ownership supposedly rejected the New Jersey Devils offer. Does Markstrom have a right to be upset? How do their recent handlings impact the rest of the locker room? Noah Hanifin is holding the Calgary Flames hostage with his request to go to Tampa Bay and only Tampa Bay. He has an 8 team no trade list, not 31.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay...

Jacob Markstrom Airs It All Out

March 01, 2024 23:20 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Jacob Markstrom let everyone know how he felt about the trade rumors and how the Calgary Flames organization handled it. Markstrom handed them a get-out-of-jail-free card and they passed. It feels like Craig Conroy wiped the whiteboard clean and is starting back at square one. Doing right by your players is one thing but you have to draw a line somewhere.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the ga...

Chris Tanev Officially On The Move To Dallas

February 29, 2024 23:19 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Chris Tanev was traded to the Dallas Stars for a mid level prospect and a draft pick as well as a conditional pick in 2026. The Calgary Flames may not have hit a home run but this is the bigger picture. Does Craig Conroy still have a clear vision of what's to come?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com. Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available...

The Flames Responsibility is to Play Spoiler

February 29, 2024 01:44 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

The Calgary Flames priority might not be winning the Stanley Cup this year, but they still have objectives to achieve. Chief amongst them is playing spoiler and beating whoever's in front of them on a given night. It might not help the team's draft position, but the Flames beating teams in their division who are pushing for playoff spots would be a beautiful testament to the team's resolve in spite of the situation. The Flames responsibility is to play spoiler | A February check in https://w...

The Calgary Flames Flea market | 2 for 1 specials...

February 27, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

The Calgary Flames are a little more than a week away from the NHL's trade deadline and hold some of the most interesting assets in the entire league. Could the Flames look to bundle some combination of Noah Hanifin, Chris Tanev and Jacob Markstrom to increase the return from another team? Does it help or hurt the Flames waiting closer to the deadline?  Could the Flames even make a trade with the Edmonton Oilers if the price were right? The Calgary Flames Flea market | 2 for 1 specials...cr...

Playing with spite goes a long way

February 26, 2024 23:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

The Calgary Flames are 7-3-0 in their last 10. The streaky and stubborn Flames played with all of their might against the Edmonton Oilers and came out on top. Players like Blake Coleman and Rasmus Andersson play a big role in the team's morale through this rebuild/retool situation. Young players like Martin Pospisil, Connor Zary and Dustin Wolf will continue to make steps with their guidance. But right now, the Flames have this over inflated self-confidence. Are there enough lucky bounces le...

Identifying The Problem is the First Step| Short, Medium and Long Term Goals

February 23, 2024 18:51 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

The Calgary Flames are at a crossroads. Craig Conroy has finally taken over and is pushing this team back in a competitive direction. This is not going to be an easy process and you have to have achievable benchmarks along the way. Will this team be toying with the idea of being a contender in 4 years? Who knows what the new arena may bring. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Indeed Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDON...

Is it really a rebuild or a retool? | Eliminating the Boston Bruins as trade partners

February 22, 2024 19:26 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

The Calgary Flames are headed towards a roster reconstruction era. They've declined to call it a rebuild but then months later admit that's what they're doing. Regardless, changes are happening in Calgary and they need to acquire some assets to get it done. Are players like Connor Zary and Matt Coronato ready for these full time roles? What makes a rebuild different from a retool? Plus, Noah Hanifin finds himself at the center of Boston Bruins trade rumors once again. Does Boston have anythi...

How Long Can This Take? | Is there a team to emmulate?

February 21, 2024 23:23 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

The Calgary Flames are officially entering a rebuild. They aren't tearing it down completely but are committed to building a Stanley Cup contending team. Are they able to prioritize their drafting and scouting to make that happen? Are the Carolina Hurricanes a good team to compare and model this team to? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Indeed Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONNHL when you register. Just go to the ...

A Glimpse into The Calgary Flames Rocky Road Ahead

February 20, 2024 22:36 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

The Calgary Flames came back from a 4-1 deficit Monday afternoon against the Winnipeg Jets in a game that was a peak into the team's short-term future. Without genuine star power to swing games, the Flames will require an all hands on deck approach driven by effort, not one of overwhelming talent. While the wins might be hard to come by, games like Monday reiterate that the Flames aren't waving the white flag on the season.  A glimpse into the Calgary Flames future| Hard work and bumps Sup...

Calgary Flames Start Their Risk Free Trial NOW!

February 19, 2024 21:02 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

The Calgary Flames will be sellers at the trade deadline. Players like Chris Tanev and Noah Hanifin will certainly be on the move. Jacob Markstrom is interested in waiving his NMC if the offer is right. There's an argument to be made that the Flames should use the remainder of the season to try anything and everything possible. It would get players reps but you can fall back on the data for your summer and long term plans. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Indeed Right now, Ib...

Flames Lay An Egg Against San Jose

February 17, 2024 00:02 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Nazem Kadri has made himself right at home with Connor Zary and Martin Pospisil on his wings. The Calgary Flames haven't had the best season but at least the second line has injected life and gotten the juices flowing. Jess and Nick share their thoughts on Kadri's second season with the Flames. Can the Flames quit playing like garbage when Dustin Wolf is in net? We're starting to think they can't. When will the defensive turnovers and sloppy play end? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! ...

Kuzmenko Brightens Up The Room with his "Cartoon" Attitude

February 15, 2024 23:56 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Rumors were swirling this morning when Jacob Markstrom was nowhere to be seen during morning skate. Dustin Wolf and Dan Vladar were on the ice but it turns out Markstrom is backing up Wolf tonight against the San Jose Sharks. The team has welcomed Andrei Kuzmenko with open arms and the feeling is mutual. Blake Coleman, Ryan Huska and Mackenzie Weegar shared their thoughts on the rambunctious forward. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motor...

The Calgary Flames Are Open for Business

February 15, 2024 00:29 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Chris Tanev, Noah Hanifin and Jacob Markstrom all have one thing in common. They are topping those trade bait lists. Chris Tanev has to be the best defenseman on the market ahead of the deadline. Jacob Markstrom's situation is a bit trick. Noah Hanifin could make your blueline a lot stronger come a true playoff run. Jess and Nick break down their comparables to pre-owned vehicles to help put these trade baiters into perspective. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts...

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