Locked On Flames - Daily Podcast On The Calgary Flames
976 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 32 ratingsLocked 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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What is the next domino to fall?
February 14, 2024 00:22 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBThe Calgary Flames are heading back home after winning 3 out of 4 on the road. The season is by no means over but spite may have been the fuel to start that fire. Jacob Markstrom has been the topic of trade rumors along with defenseman Chris Tanev. Is it time to scratch Tanev? The Arizona Coyotes set a precedent with Jakob Chychrun last season. Plus, spite and determination can be the most powerful motivators. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to ...
Markstrom To The Devils Gaining Momentum?
February 13, 2024 00:59 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBJacob Markstrom is drawing serious interest from the New Jersey Devils. It's being reported that the two clubs have engaged in negotiations but salary retention seems to be the biggest issue. What is the likelihood that this gets done? Plus, Chris Tanev is getting antsy but uses his positive attitude to keep him going. Noah Hanifin's decision still hasn't been shared with the public. Jess Belmosto shares the highlights of this east coast road trip. Mackenzie Weegar needs to be in Noris Troph...
Kuzy and Rooney Make A Statement
February 09, 2024 18:56 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe Calgary Flames are collecting Ws across the east coast. The Flames kept their foot on the gas and walked away with a 5-3 win over the New Jersey Devils. Kevin Rooney scored his first as a Flame and everyone's biggest cheerleader, Jakob Pelleteir was right beside him. Jacob Markstrom had a fantastic night in net as well, raising more eyebrows around those trade rumors. Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts ahead of the game against the New York Islanders. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsor...
BONUS EPISODE: Don't Hold Yourself Back - Paving the Way Jess Belmosto Interview
February 08, 2024 18:03 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBLocked On Flames host Jess Belmosto highlights her journey from Red Sox blogger to Calgary Flames expert. Jess shares her best advice, why to not hold back and why you should never be afraid. Don't Hold Yourself Back - Paving the Way Jess Belmosto Interview https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOFlames?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.e...
Martin Pospisil Inks Extension After Calgary Flames Best Performance
February 08, 2024 01:56 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBMartin Pospisil and the Calgary Flames agreed to a two year $1m extension. The forward is coming off a hot start to his unexpected rookie season. Pospisil avoided arbitration which is a great feat for Craig Conroy. There is no awkwardness between the club and player. How does this signing speak to Conroy's ability to get mid season signings done? Does this give us hope for the future? Plus, Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on the absolute smackdown the Flames laid on the Boston Bruins on Mo...
Flames Kick Off East Coast Road Trip Against Red Hot Boston Bruins
February 06, 2024 20:34 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBAfter a tough stretch before the All Star break, the Calgary Flames are well rested and back on the road. Jess Belmosto previews the trip through Boston, New York and New Jersey. Each team faces a unique set of circumstances including injuries, coaching changes or a downward spiral. Jakob Pelletier returns to the line up alongside Kevin Rooney after missing four months with shoulder injuries. Martin Pospsil is returning after a concussion sidelined him for most of January. The Flames are in ...
Calgary Flames Return to Action on the East Coast
February 06, 2024 00:21 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBThe Calgary Flames are back in action after their All Star break. They're returning without their All Star representative and a handful of familiar faces! The Flames announced that Jakob Pelletier, Kevin Rooney and Cole Schwindt have been recalled. Pelletier and Rooney missed the first chunk of the season with shoulder injuries requiring surgery. Andrei Kuzmenko will make his Calgary Flames debut against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night. It's starting to feel like a whole new roster! Jess ...
Your Calgary Flames Weekly Round Up: What's The Move?
February 02, 2024 20:25 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThe Calgary Flames had themselves quite the week. The All Star break might have been underway but Craig Conroy was still hard at work. Jess Belmosto recaps the week's events including the Elias Lindholm trade to Vancouver and Dillon Dube's arrest and team statement. 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 availabl...
Elias Lindholm trade: The Day After
February 02, 2024 02:15 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThe Calgary Flames traded Elias Lindholm the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday evening. Now, a full day later with the dust settled, it's time to unpack what it all means. How can the Flames still here approach the second half of the season? What do the experts around hockey think about the trade for the Canucks and the Flames? What reporting is out there about what's still to come in Calgary for both Chris Tanev and Noah Hanifin? Elias Lindholm trade: The Day After | Locked On Flames Suppor...
Elias Lindholm blockbuster trade | Locked on Flames
January 31, 2024 05:26 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Calgary Flames kickstarted the NHL trade deadline a month early sending center Elias Lindholm to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Andrei Kuzmenko, two prospects, a 2024 first-round pick and an additional conditional selection. Craig Conroy may have started slow in both the Tyler Toffoli and Nikita Zadorov trades respectively, but he got great value for Lindholm Elias Lindholm BLOCKBUSTER | Locked On Flames Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, he...
Dillon Dube Arrested and Charged in Connection with Team Canada 2018 World Junior Classic Case
January 31, 2024 01:34 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBDillon Dube has been arrested and charged with sexual assault in connection with the 2018 Team Canada World Juniors case. The Calgary Flames are facing deserved scrutiny after calling Dube's mental health the reason behind his absence. Either way, the team had a serious lapse of competency. Where is the accountability in any of this? Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis share their thoughts on the latest updates and implications of the Flames statement. This was recorded before the Calgary Flames ...
Heading into the All Star Break with a Clear and Defined Direction
January 29, 2024 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThe Calgary Flames snapped their losing streak in an underwhelming 1-0 win against the Chicago Blackhawks. Elias Lindholm broke his goalless drought with a nice performance on the power play. It was very much a win win situation there. Are him and his agent still asking for $9m? Jacob Markstrom is the only saving grace for this team. He earned his 20th career shutout and stole the Flames yet another game. Jess shares her thoughts on the Flames approach to the trade deadline after the stinker...
It's Time To Kiss The Idea Of A Successful Season
January 27, 2024 01:15 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe Calgary Flames have now dropped four straight. Their homestand has been less than attractive and has sent a very clear message to ownership and stakeholders. Something has got to give. Allowing the Columbus Blue Jackets to steamroll you is embarrassing. What prevented this team from being the better guys? Frustration was in the air and it was obvious Jonathan Huberdeau probably should have been suspended after boarding a Blue Jacket. AJ Greer is now injured. There is not much left to be ...
Oliver Kylington Returns & The Flames Lose 2 Players to Waivers
January 25, 2024 23:37 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBAdam Ruzicka and Nick Desimone were both claimed off waivers. Ruzicka will be heading to the Arizona Coyotes after 100+ games in his 4 years with Calgary. Nick Desimone heads back east to the New Jersey Devils. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis talk about the pros and cons to waivers. After almost 2 years, Oliver Kylington is set to make his return to the NHL. Kylington has been on a leave of absence since the middle of the 2022 offseason. It's been a long road for Kylington and his strength sh...
5 Team Canada Players To Be Arrested in Connection with the 2018 Assault
January 24, 2024 23:53 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBTW: Mentions of sexual assault Today we learned that five players will be arrested and charged with sexual assault in connection with the 2018 World Junior case. The five players have been granted permission to turn themselves in to Ontario police and face charges. The London Police will host a press conference in under two weeks to share updates on their investigation and findings. Today, Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis share the latest news and their thoughts on the situation. Responsible ...
Time is running out
January 23, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBThe Calgary Flames are fighting tooth and nail to remain in the wild card race. They're tied with the Arizona Coyotes and Seattle Kraken while the Nashville Predators hold the second spot with a four point lead. Are the Calgary Flames even remotely close to competitive? Time is going to run out before the trade deadline and they both hinge on each other. Elias Lindholm will need to be moved regardless but what is Noah Hanifin's plan. Chris Tanev's name is gaining traction back in Vancouver b...
The Backslide Continues in a Frustrating Battle of Alberta Match Up
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBThe Edmonton Oilers extended their win streak to 13 after defeating the Calgary Flames 3-1. The Flames fell short after a disappointing first-period performance. Noah Hanifin and Rasmus Andersson struggled against Connor McDavid and the Oilers. Dan Vladar was the only reason the Flames did not go down in a more humiliating fashion. Mackenzie Weegar and Blake Coleman stepped up and had a lot to say postgame. Where is the accountability from the team captain Mikael Backlund? Being well poised ...
Calgary Flames Take a Major Step Back in Loss Against Toronto Maple Leafs
January 20, 2024 01:49 - 26 minutes - 24 MB*** I accidentally said Connor Zary was injured when I meant Martin Pospisil. Zary is not hurt. It is Pospisil that is out for some time. The Calgary Flames showed major signs of regression against the Toronto Maple Leafs. After being defensive liabilities, Dillon Dube and AJ Greer were stapled to the bench after Toronto's two goals. Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on the Calgary Flames' missteps and injuries. Assistant coach Marc Savard's career ended early due to his repeated concussion...
Deciding and defining our Way Too Early Hart Trophy Nominees
January 19, 2024 00:15 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBWhether looking at Connor McDavid, Nathan Mackinnon, or Quinn Hughes, everyone brings different things to the table. What makes someone the MVP of their team and how does that translate to the bigger picture? Connor Hellebyuck is the most valuable player on the Winnipeg Jets and he will not receive a Hart Trophy nod simply because this is an award for forwards. The NHL owes a lot to Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin and they''re aging like fine wine while successfully evolving their game. Jess...
Examining Sharangovich's Current Success & Future with the Calgary Flames
January 18, 2024 00:35 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBCalgary Flames fans had this preconceived notion about Yegor Sharangovich. Everyone worried about how the team would use him and repeating his previous performance with the New Jersey Devils. What does he do well? What doesn't work in his favor? Is Sharky another player with the same set of skills? Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis go over their deep dive on Sharangovich's past and present play as well as what his next contract may look like. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors...
Jacob Markstrom Finds Himself at the Center of Trade Rumors
January 17, 2024 02:03 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBThe Calgary Flames season is over halfway through and the direction is still unclear. Jacob Markstrom became the talk of the town on Friday after becoming the center of trade rumors. Just a few days later, he leaves practice early. Come to find out, he is suffering a lower-body injury. Dustin Wolf has been recalled ahead of this six-game homestead. This is an opportunity for Wolf and Dan Vladar to bolster their confidence and show their worth. Jess Belmosto goes over her midseason review of ...
Are the Carolina Hurricanes a Likely Trade Partner for the Calgary Flames?
January 15, 2024 12:25 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThe Carolina Hurricanes have been a team that's floated around regarding a landing spot for Elias Lindholm. Are there pieces in the Canes organization that could generate a return for Lindholm and Jacob Markstrom? Players like Brett Pesce have been seen as attractive especially if Noah Hanifin does not sign an extension. Jess Belmosto and Jared Ellis go over the needs of both organizations. The Hurricanes desperately need a goaltender, and Markstrom might be the piece they need to continue t...
How A Positive Culture Helps Teams Like The Calgary Flames
January 12, 2024 23:31 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBEveryone knows about Bill Belichick and the Patriots Way. Everyone in professional sports tries to replicate that one way or another. Not everyone is capable of doing that. Teams must be ready to have something to fall back on when things get tough. The Calgary Flames have benefitted from the environment in Calgary. They've had poor experiences with coaching and a plain old bad season. The team has bounced back and is playing good hockey. Jess and Nick discuss the resilience it takes to cont...
Craig Conroy is Playing The Long Game with Care
January 11, 2024 23:50 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBCraig Conroy sat down with The Athletic and spilled his guts about his upcoming plan. He wants to make sure players like Elias Lindholm and Noah Hanifin are taken care of as well as those on the other side of the deal. Is there a realistic way to make this work or is he going to have to change his approach by the deadline? Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis put on their General Manager thinking caps and try to approach not only the present but long term direction of the club as well. With no cle...
Pelletier Inching Closer To Returning
January 09, 2024 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe Calgary Flames announced that Jakob Pelletier has been assigned to the Calgary Wranglers. Pelletier was injured during a preseason game against the Seattle Kraken. Does his return give the Flames more wiggle room for a trade? Pelletier and Matt Coronato are NHL-caliber players. Both provide more cushion for the Flames to move a forward. Oliver Kyington is also working his way back which could mean someone on the back end gets moved as well. Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on her player...
Flames Front Office Declares The Direction The Team is Taking
January 08, 2024 03:13 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe Calgary Flames dropped 2 points to the Chicago Blackhawks in an inexcusable loss. The Blackhawks have beaten the Flames four times in a row, keeping the Flames out of the playoffs last season. Johnathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri both had great performances but it wasn't enough to push the Calgary Flames over the top. Calgary Flames President of Hockey Ops, Don Maloney gave an interview during the first intermission that let fans know where they are at. It is still very much wait and see ...
Flames Hope To Build Off Current Win Streak
January 06, 2024 02:15 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe Calgary Flames have won three in a row and look to make it four against the Philidelphia Flyers. What are the key components to winning and keeping this ball rolling? Andrew Mangiapane and Jonathan Huberdeau have been on a steady incline. Both have shown improvement in the last two weeks alone. Their performances are key to this team's success. Overall, the team's chemistry looks much better than in the past- including last season. Jacob Markstrom has been stellar for the team as well. P...
All Star Game Shenanigans: Who Would We Send & Making The Most of It
January 05, 2024 00:02 - 29 minutes - 27 MBThe NHL will announce the first round of players on Thursday evening. Each team will have at least one player representing them. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis pick the best representative for each team. The pair discuss the young star narrative along with sibling rivalry. Besides those obvious choices, which NHL players deserve to be in Toronto at the NHL All-Star game? Plus, each all-star destination has to be incentivized. Las Vegas and Florida are easy to attract players. What does Toron...
Should the NHL reprioritize and separate the good from bad?
January 03, 2024 23:49 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThe NHL should take out of the PWHL's book and restructure its point system. Many teams heavily rely on the loser point and it's time to make the playoffs a true competition. Does the NHL have what it takes to revamp itself? The league hasn't made significant changes since the 2003-04 lock out. Would a similar 3-2-1 point system be good for the NHL? Speaking of fun competition, the NHL is set to announce team representatives for the 2024 All Star Game tomorrow evening. Each team has one repr...
Flames Look To Gain Ground on 4 Game Road Trip
January 03, 2024 01:10 - 24 minutes - 22 MBThe Calgary Flames are starting 2024 with a four-game road trip. In these upcoming games, they look to gain ground in the wild card race. They face off against the Minnesota Wild, Nashville Predators, Philadelphia Flyers and Chicago Blackhawks. Jess Belmosto addresses her biggest questions and obstacles of each opponent. Are the Flames capable of shutting down the Preds powerplay? Are they going to be able to sneak enough goals by Juuse Saros? Connor Bedard is a force to be reckoned with but...
The Best and Worst of the 2023 Calgary Flames
December 29, 2023 23:31 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThe Calgary Flames have had quite the calendar year! From being slaughtered by the LA Kings to firing their sour coach, Darryl Sutter. There was no shortage of negativity and cringeworthy moments. It was a tough year to be a Calgary Flame fan! But you stuck through! Johnathan Huberdeau struggled but Mackenzie Weegar finally settled in. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis discuss it all on today's end-of-the-year wrap-up! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! AG1 If a comprehensive solution is...
New Year, New Flames: Calgary Flames New Year's Resolution
December 29, 2023 02:06 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThe new year brings a clean slate. The Calgary Flames could certainly use a little pep in their step. Jonathan Huberdeau is going to need to find that shot and confidence again. Elias Lindholm will have to find a new home if those $9m rumors are true. What can Dillon Dube bring to the trade block and elevate another team’s bottom six. Jess discusses Andrew Mangiapane’s shooting struggles and how something has got to give. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! AG1 If a comprehensive solut...
A New Approach to Watching the Calgary Flames
December 28, 2023 00:17 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBWe talk a lot about the Calgary Flames and their approach to the game. Sometimes the eye test works better than numbers and sometimes the numbers can back the eye test. Today, Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis talk about who's hot and who's not when it comes to offensive and defensive metrics. Mackenzie Weegar's numbers will show you that he is the best defensive defenseman on the team. Some players are above average while falling short in other categories. These are new ways to approach watchi...
Seattle Coming to Town
December 27, 2023 01:02 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Seattle Kraken and Calgary Flames are set to battle it out Wednesday at the Saddledome. The last time these teams met the Flames won 4-3 in overtime. There might be some residual tension after Andrew Mangiapane's crosscheck on Jared Maccan. The two teams are in the middle of the pack in the Pacific Division. Both teams have struggled so far this season and have underperformed. Neither team has met expectations. Seattle has struggled with all aspects of their game and look to earn that fi...
The Blueprint For a Calgary Flames Rebuild ft. James Johnson
December 26, 2023 03:29 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThe Calgary Flames have yet to choose a direction. The wait-and-see game has gone on and saved the Calgary Flames some money with Elias Lindholm but ultimately, these players are not getting any younger. James Johnson of The Win Column joins the show to discuss the blueprint for a Calgary Flames rebuild. Are there any untouchables on this current roster? What would it take to move on from a player like Jacob Markstrom? The Flames aren't contenders. You have to draft high to win. The Flames m...
Markstrom's Milestone!
December 23, 2023 02:26 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBJacob Markstrom's shutout against the Anaheim Ducks earned him his 200th career win. He is now the third Swedish goaltender to reach that milestone. Jess Belmosto goes over the Calgary Flames win over the Anaheim Ducks. Elias Lindholm had himself a night and is only doing himself a favor. Rumor has it he is on his way to Colorado or Boston... Nick Desimone scored his first NHL goal after nearly 330 AHL games. Jess checks in on these pending UFAs and the never-ending goalie controversy. We wr...
Where do the Flames go from here?
December 21, 2023 00:27 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBThe Calgary Flames aren't a bad team but aren't particularly good either. "Good" doesn't win you a championship or even the second wild card spot. Join Jess Bemosto and Nick Zararis as they discuss the reality of the Calgary Flames season. Blake Coleman and Yegor Sharangovich have exceeded expectations but they shouldn't be the top scorers on the team. While some players underperform they sure make the good ones seem even better. When do people phone it in and realize this season is a comple...
Sweet Revenge against Florida Panther friends | Locked on Flames
December 19, 2023 08:08 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThe Calgary Flames might be mired in a difficult season, but winning for a third straight time against Matthew Tkachuck's Florida Panthers over the course of two seasons is a certain type of satisfying. The Flames won on odd man rushes and a superb goaltending performance from Jacob Markstrom On this episode, Nick Zararis is joined by Armando Velez of Locked on Panthers to discuss Monday night's Panthers vs Flames game from the Calgary Saddledome. Revenge against old Florida Panther Friend...
Building off momentum with Marky returning
December 18, 2023 02:24 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBThe Calgary Flames are coming off a big 4-2 win against the Tampa Bay Lightning. In even better news, goaltender Jacob Markstrom has been activated off of IR. The goaltender missed the last two weeks with a fractured finger. Chris Tanev has missed the last three games after being on the receiving end of Ross Colton's hit. Dustin Wolf has been re-assigned to the Calgary Wranglers. While that may feel disappointing, it does feel like this may force Craig Conroy's hand. Teams are looking for go...
The Script Writers Aren't Saving the Flames
December 16, 2023 01:22 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBStop waiting for the hot streak. The Calgary Flames need to make changes. It's been proven that this roster needs a facelift. The game against the Minnesota Wild only further solidified that. Yegor Sharangovich should not be your best player and he will not be on any winning team. Something has to be done. Jonathan Huberdeau's contract still has 2,000+ days left and they're going to be waiting a very long time to get the most out of him. What is Craig Conroy to do? Scratching him does not fi...
The Waiting Game is OVER
December 14, 2023 22:55 - 27 minutes - 25 MBThe Calgary Flames can no longer wait to trade their pending UFAs. This is not going to be an overly competitive hockey team come the second half of the season. Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm have showed drop offs in play and now Chris Tanev is out due to injury. Craig Conroy needed to be proactive and instead, we are being reactive. Jess talks about the direction this team is heading and why they are so lucky Lindy and Hanifin did not sign those rumored extensions. Jess talks about the rem...
Maximizing the Value of Huberdeau, Kadri and Weegar
December 13, 2023 23:52 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIt is no secret that Jonathan Huberdeau has been underperforming. The criticism is a harsh reality for Calgary Flames fans as this is the first year in the 8-year extension. Just where does Huberdeau's production match up regarding value to players like Mackenzie Weegar, Nazem Kadri and Matthew Tkachuk? What is so different from Florida other than the weather? Turns out, it is a lot. Nick Zararis and Jess Belmosto break down what it takes to maximize value and squeeze every ounce out of ever...
The NHL Won't wait for the Flames
December 12, 2023 20:27 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThe Calgary Flames are a perfectly average NHL team. In a league with more parity than ever, they can just hang around if they wish. But in a league where the margin of error is razor thin, the Flames need to play a perfect game to win every night is just too difficult. How feasible is it to try and compete when the team's best case scenario is wild card team? Can the Flames face the reality that they're off tempo or is Fletcher gonna tear them a new one? If you're a fan of the film "Whipla...
Flames Destroy the Hurricanes in Third Period Comeback
December 09, 2023 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBIn another comeback performance, the Calgary Flames took home another 2 points. They fell behind early but Dustin Wolf kept them in the game. The rookie goaltender did not think twice and held his head high even when falling behind early. Dillon Dube played just over five minutes. Is Ryan Huska finally shortening his leash? There was one line that was a complete standout: Nazem Kadri and Connor Zary. The two of them were communicating and generating true scoring chances. Their efforts would ...
Evaluating Dillon Dube
December 08, 2023 00:11 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBDillon Dube has had many opportunities to make something work within the Calgary Flames organization. After two 30+ point seasons, he has been unable to find and build off momentum. Nick Zararis and Jess Belmosto evaluate the type of player Dube is and readjust the expectations. Would it make sense for the Flames to try to flip him or is the penalty killer worth keeping around to chew up those minutes? Dube has more strengths than weaknesses. The pair dive into what the future may look like ...
Fueling the Noah Hanifin to the Arizona Coyotes Fire ft. Robyn Leano
December 07, 2023 02:08 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBNoah Hanifin could be on the move at any given moment. The last few weeks there have been rumors floating around linking the blueliner to the Arizona Coyotes. Jess Belmosto and Locked On Coyotes host Robyn Leano talk about the current state of both teams and how they seem to be trending in different directions. How are the Arizona Coyotes actually doing and how did they get to this point? Plus, we get an update on former Flame Jusso Valimaki. Jess shares her thoughts on Connor Zary, Martin P...
Jacob Markstrom To Miss Time Due to Broken Hand, Dustin Wolf and Dan Vladar Get The Spotlight
December 06, 2023 01:49 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBCalgary Flames goaltender Jacob Markstrom to miss time due to some broken fingers. Dustin Wolf was recalled and Dan Vladar will start tonight against the Minnesota Wild. This is the best time for these two goaltenders to prove themselves. Dustin Wolf is working to get consistent NHL reps to officially crack the NHL. Dan Vladar is one of the pending UFAs that's future is up in the air. Teams like the LA Kings have been looking at Vladar but no one has made an official offer. Now is a wonderfu...
It's Time to Move on from Dillon Dube
December 04, 2023 02:49 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThe Calgary Flames dropped a competitive battle against the Vancouver Canucks. Connor Zary had another phenomenal outing and has earned every second of ice time if not more. Where is Andrew Mangiapane and his defensive game? The Calgary Flames have a forward group with strong two-way players. They are severely underperforming and the Flames are feeling it. Dillon Dube is a proven defensive liability. The Flames would face a penalty if they decided to waive him. Would it be worth it if you lo...
Nazem Kadri Shines in OT Win Against the Red Hot Dallas Stars
December 01, 2023 20:47 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBThe Calgary Flames complete another come from behind win against the Dallas Stars. Nazem Kadri sealed the deal with an overtime goal a little over a minute into extra hockey. It was a competitive effort at both ends of the ice. There was a spark in players like Noah Hanifin and Jonathan Huberdeau that we haven't quite seen this season. The Flames played a great game against one of the best teams in the league but that does not erase the elephant in the room. The Flames still need to trade th...
Nikita Zadorov TRADED
December 01, 2023 02:24 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBNikita Zadorov officially has a new home. He was sent to the Vancouver Canucks for a fifth-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Is Craig Conroy nuts for trading him within the division or is this a jab at Brad Treliving? The overall reaction has been the return is rather... underwhelming. Join Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis in their analysis of the trade. What does the market look like for other teams and do teams know they can almost "fleece" Calgar...