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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Playing for the full 60 & Rushing Dustin Wolf to Failure
October 04, 2023 00:43 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBThe Calgary Flames wrapped up their preseason in a comeback win against the Winnipeg Jets. We saw rockstar performances from Matt Coronato and Mikael Backlund. Dillon Dube and Adam Ruzicka reminded everyone why they belong in the top 9. It was a much-needed performance for the pair as they faded into the background. Jacob Markstrom found himself struggling while Yegor Sharangovich left him out to dry. Is that really the performance you want on the ice in high stake situations? Plus, people s...
The Calgary Flames Roster Takes Shape as Prospects Shine
October 03, 2023 01:41 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Calgary Flames are looking to get younger and their prospects proved they can make that happen. Players like Dryden Hunt and Connor Zary have surprised many. Ilya Soloyov has taken advantage of every opportunity management has given him. Matthew Coronato has shown why his shot and speed are pivotal to this team's success. When does Adam Ruzicka finally become a permanent member of this Calgary Flames roster? Plus, Jess talks about the importance of creating chemistry in preseason and hav...
Huska and Savard Don't Back Down From Creativity
September 30, 2023 00:27 - 31 minutesThe Calgary Flames are taking a brand new approach to this season. Coaches Ryan Huska and Marc Savard shared their creative process and how things will differ. Huska credits the ever-increasing abilities of the next generation of NHLers to his new approach. It's about getting ahead of the curve and maxing out the potential of your players. You need to get the most out of your star players like Jonathan Huberdeau this season and these coaches may be onto something. They're doing an entire 180 ...
Huska and Savard Don't Back Down From Creativity
September 30, 2023 00:27 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBThe Calgary Flames are taking a brand new approach to this season. Coaches Ryan Huska and Marc Savard shared their creative process and how things will differ. Huska credits the ever-increasing abilities of the next generation of NHLers to his new approach. It's about getting ahead of the curve and maxing out the potential of your players. You need to get the most out of your star players like Jonathan Huberdeau this season and these coaches may be onto something. They're doing an entire 180...
Celebrating the Accomplishments of Chris Snow and the Importance of Community
September 27, 2023 23:07 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIt’s a somber day for the C of Red. Chris Snow has been battling ALS for a few years now and suffered a catastrophic medical emergency. Today, Nick and Jess talk about his accomplishments and how taking a chance with the Minnesota Wild landed him with the greatest organization. The Calgary Flames remodeled his office to accommodate him and his needs. Snowy wanted to work and was always saying “I’m not dead yet.” Snowy did so much for the organization and for people across the globe. The pair...
Major Questions for the Calgary Flames
September 26, 2023 23:48 - 27 minutesThe Calgary Flames still have a handful of unanswered questions or narratives floating around. The Flames are still working with three goaltenders and Dustin Wolf has to see consistent NHL time. Going into the season with three goalies sets Jacob Markstrom up for failure. Jonathan Huberdeau is poised for a comeback. Is his preseason collision going to impact how he starts the season? How will Nazem Kadri bounce back after a tough second half of the season? Is there a way to ensure everyone ma...
Major Questions for the Calgary Flames
September 26, 2023 23:48 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe Calgary Flames still have a handful of unanswered questions or narratives floating around. The Flames are still working with three goaltenders and Dustin Wolf has to see consistent NHL time. Going into the season with three goalies sets Jacob Markstrom up for failure. Jonathan Huberdeau is poised for a comeback. Is his preseason collision going to impact how he starts the season? How will Nazem Kadri bounce back after a tough second half of the season? Is there a way to ensure everyone m...
The Importance of Structure and Systems in Today's NHL
September 25, 2023 23:10 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBThe Calgary Flames are entering a new philosophical era. Ryan Huska has already indicated there will be a shift in their game as well. The Flames aren’t going to stray too far from what they know. The devil you know is better than the devil you don’t know. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis talk about the Flames system and how they’ll find success. They break down the reality of relying on dump-and-chase hockey. Plus, the pair looks at the league as a whole and how the best teams do find themsel...
Nikita Zadorov Doubles Down and Mikael Backlund Extending?
September 23, 2023 01:03 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBThe Calgary Flames are back. They are hitting the ground running with intense drills, battles and messaging. They want to be better. The underdogs are back in the house and ready to prove they can be a playoff team again. Blake Coleman reveals the Flames will be naming a captain soon and Elliotte Freidman believes it is only a matter of time. With everyone pointing to Mikael Backlund as their guy, does that mean he is re-signing? They aren't declaring him Captain without that contract extens...
NHL Pretenders, Contenders and Rebuilders
September 21, 2023 22:57 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThe NHL is made up of 32 teams and only 7 or 8 of them are true contenders. The San Jose Sharks, Columbus Blue Jackets and Chicago Blackhawks may be at the very bottom of the list but is their future going to be worth the lows? What are the Anaheim Ducks doing and how are they going to move forward with Trevor Zegras? Is there even a Yzerplan? What do the Detroit Red Wings have in store for themselves this season? The Nashville Predators are only going as far as Juusse Saros can take them. T...
Training Camp Expectations and Who To Watch
September 21, 2023 01:15 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe Calgary Flames kick off training camp after five and a half months without hockey. Jonathan Huberdeau, Mackenzie Weegar and Jacob Markstrom have all appeared in some Flames social media content. They are so back, Jess goes over the Flames training camp roster and how each group is constructed. Jakob Pellitier and Matt Coronato will be playing with the top guys. Dustin Wolf is slated as the starter for his group. This is the perfect opportunity for newbies to show off their skillset. Now ...
Ranking The Calgary Flames Most Important Players
September 19, 2023 22:49 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBJonathan Huberdeau, Jacob Markstrom and Rasmus Andersson all have tall tasks ahead of them. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis rank Calgary Flames players in three tiers today. Does Nazem Kadri fit into tier one or can he benefit from a bit of leeway? Are players like Oliver Kylington and Matt Coronato able to perform up to expectations? What are the expectations for incoming rookies, Jacob Pellitier and Matt Coronato? Is it realistic for the Calgary Flames to expect 10-15 goals out of them? Plu...
Jonathan Huberdeau is the Flames Most Important Player
September 19, 2023 01:16 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBJonathan Huberdeau had a career-worst year last season. The Calgary Flames missed the playoffs and missed his play-making skills. It is up to Huberdeau to take advantage of the coaching change and have an offensive resurgence. How can Huberdeau help players like Elias Lindholm and Yegor Sharangovich? A fully healthy Huberdeau means more offense and less work for Jacob Markstrom. What are realistic point projections for Huberdeau? The bar is not high, it is right where it needs to be for a pl...
Flames Prospects Hit the Ice in Young Stars Classic
September 15, 2023 20:57 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBThe Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks face off in the Young Stars Classic tonight. The prospects will hit the ice and begin their race to make the NHL roster. Matthew Coronato showed up to camp with some more muscle. The Harvard hopeful looks to make a splash this preseason to crack the NHL roster. Flames first round draft pick Samuel Honzek will be on the opposite wing with Rory Kerins centering. Plus, Jess shares her thoughts on the update out of Columbus. Who could've seen Mike Babcock...
Flames Have Not Negotiated a Lindholm Extension & Dan Vladar to the Colorado Avalanche?
September 15, 2023 01:21 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBElias Lindholm has said what he said. It appears that the Calgary Flames have not negotiated a contract with him and stopped the conversation in early July. NHL insiders Chris Johnston and Julian McKenzie share their thoughts and understanding on the latest update. The Colorado Avalanche are on the hunt for another goaltender as Pavel Francouz is still recovering from adductor surgery. Dan Vladar makes perfect sense and Craig Conroy should be calling. Details would need to be ironed out but ...
A Crash Course in NHL News Media Literacy: Mike Babcock Edition
September 13, 2023 23:25 - 31 minutes - 29 MBJoin Locked On Flames for a crash course on media literacy. You have to know certain things when consuming media, specifically NHL news. Who does the news benefit? Who does the statement help? Who gets the most out of a denial or a leak? The truth is Mike Babcock Photogate lies somewhere in the middle. The Columbus Blue Jackets' blanket denial statement attempts to kill the news story. Regardless, the news cycle will move on and NHL fans will be onto something new by Friday. There is an ecos...
A sense of community in hockey & important dates
September 09, 2023 00:47 - 26 minutes - 24 MBThe Calgary Flames released their theme night schedule. Each night represents something important to every person in the stands. There is a sense of community within hockey but when you make space to honor history and marginalized groups you make it home to a lot more. Jess talks about how community builds the game and encourages bonds with fans in the stands and online. We all want to be part of something and come together as sports fans. Pierre LeBrun reports that the trade deadline is spe...
A sense of community in hockey & important dates
September 09, 2023 00:47 - 29 minutesThe Calgary Flames released their theme night schedule. Each night represents something important to every person in the stands. There is a sense of community within hockey but when you make space to honor history and marginalized groups you make it home to a lot more. Jess talks about how community builds the game and encourages bonds with fans in the stands and online. We all want to be part of something and come together as sports fans. Pierre LeBrun reports that the trade deadline is spec...
Getting the most out of contracts and stars
September 06, 2023 22:32 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBConnor McDavid, Auston Matthews, Nathan Mackinnon and David Pastrnak are among some of the most talented players in the league. They are also considered some of the most underpaid. How can someone making $13m be underpaid? It's all about the value in his production. Today Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis talk about how you maximize every dollar on every contract. Mackenzie Weegar's recent extension and Elias Lindholm's current cap hit are two examples of that. The Flames have to find a way to ...
Have the Calgary Flames Front Office Already Lost The Trust of Fans?
September 04, 2023 21:16 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBThe Calgary Flames were expected to have a busy offseason. They made one trade and signed several AHL players. It was not the offseason fans had hoped for. Elias Lindholm has still not made a decision. Noah Hanifin has not been traded. Neither has Mikael Backlund. The Flames are nowhere closer to where they were at the end of the season. The organization keeps digging deeper, and players are scratching to get out. If Craig Conroy doesn't act, fans have a right to be cautious. With minimal ch...
Pacific Division Primer: Los Angeles Kings
August 31, 2023 00:24 - 29 minutes - 27 MBThe Los Angeles Kings have made some moves this offseason. Acquiring Pierre Luc Dubois was no small feat. Making a splash comes with a price and that is usually giving up some promising players. Sarah Avampato joins the show to talk all about the Kings. Quinton Byfield may finally see consistent ice time and take on a more significant role. The goaltending raises some eyebrows and could be the largest roadblock for the Kings. Plus, are the Kings the new Toronto Maple Leafs? Getting out of th...
Evaluating the Calgary Flames Prospect Pool
August 26, 2023 01:03 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBThe Calgary Flames are counting on several prospects to pop in the NHL. There is no way those players could do that without the likes of their development and scouting staff. What does the future look like for players like Dustin Wolf and Jakob Pellitier? Are there any sleepers in the organization? Plus Locked On NHL Prospects share their thoughts on Calgary Flames first round draft pick, Samuel Honzek. Connor Zary has had a bit of a turbulent start to his development. Can the Flames muster ...
Questions Players Should Have Ahead of Calgary Flames Season
August 24, 2023 00:51 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBThere have been a million and one questions surrounding the Calgary Flames this season. You could name any player on the roster and raise a question about them. What about flipping the script? What questions would certain Flames have? What would Jonathan Huberdeau present to management? Is there captaincy in his future? What is this coaching staff going to do any different? Jacob Markstrom could create a PowerPoint presentation on how he was mistreated last season. How are the Flames going t...
The Latest On Elias Lindholm's Future and more Darryl Sutter Shenanigans
August 23, 2023 00:10 - 28 minutesElias Lindholm is back in the headlines after a summer of speculation. Frank Seravalli reported that Lindholm's camp listens to the Flames more intently. There has been no significant progress but there is a little traction. What does it mean if the Flames end up re-signing the 28-year-old to a long-term deal? Can this be worked around, or will the Flames pay the price for their actions? Jess weighs in on staying in the soggy middle and how detrimental it could be to the franchise. Tyler Toff...
The Latest On Elias Lindholm's Future and more Darryl Sutter Shenanigans
August 23, 2023 00:10 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBElias Lindholm is back in the headlines after a summer of speculation. Frank Seravalli reported that Lindholm's camp listens to the Flames more intently. There has been no significant progress but there is a little traction. What does it mean if the Flames end up re-signing the 28-year-old to a long-term deal? Can this be worked around, or will the Flames pay the price for their actions? Jess weighs in on staying in the soggy middle and how detrimental it could be to the franchise. Tyler Tof...
How Do You Measure Success of the 2023-24 Calgary Flames?
August 19, 2023 01:09 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBMackenzie Weegar loves Calgary and Calgary loves Weegs. Weegar sat down with Wes Gilbertson for an in-depth q&a. Jess Belmosto dissects Weegar's answers and speaks to the significance of the passion the blueliner brings. Does Weegar continue to solidify himself as the top captain candidate? His community involvement goes beyond in-season obligations and he has fully embraced the C of Red. How do you measure the success of the Calgary Flames? You can't just use the Stanley Cup. What are other...
Ryan Huska Will Name A Captain Sooner than Later
August 18, 2023 00:01 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBRyan Huska confirmed that the Calgary Flames will name a captain ahead of the regular season. The Flames desperately needed one last season and they won't be making that mistake again. Which Calgary Flame makes the most sense? Who will offer stability, trust, and a voice to the locker room? Rasmus Andersson and Ryan Huska go back to Andersson's AHL days. He was able to bring his game to a new level and see what makes a good leader. Plus, Jonathan Huberdeau and Mackenzie Weegar have been thro...
Who in the Pacific Division Got Worse and who got better?
August 17, 2023 00:13 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBThe Pacific Division has always been noted as the weakest division. Plenty of teams are crawling out of the darkness and into a competitive spot. How will the Anaheim Ducks stack up with a fully healthy Jamie Drysdale and Mason McTavish? Can Trevor Zegras keep that production up? Pierre Luc Dubois joined the LA Kings and made the competition a little jealous. The Vancouver Canucks could benefit from a clean slate. They’re without OEL and with a healthy Thatcher Demo so things are looking bri...
Pacific Division Rivals feat. Locked On Canucks
August 16, 2023 00:39 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBThe Pacific division has a clear-cut top three. The Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks have made strides and faced setbacks in recent years. The Canucks bought out Oliver Eckman Larson and can look forward to Thatcher Demko being healthy. The Calgary Flames have traded Tyler Toffoli and can look forward to Marc Savard and Oliver Kylington's return. Join Jess and Trevor Beggs as they go through transactions, shifting eras, and changes in coaching and General management. Do you think Jacob M...
Running it Back With The Same Roster??
August 11, 2023 20:27 - 27 minutesThe Calgary Flames were not a good team on the ice. On paper, they look a little better. Since it doesn't look like Elias Lindholm or Noah Hanifin are on the move, they are essentially running it back with the same roster. Can a roster with no elite forwards really compete? Does Andrew Mangiapane find his offense again? What can people expect from this team with minimal changes? Are Craig Conroy and Ryan Huska capable of getting this team off the ground? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors...
Running it Back With The Same Roster??
August 11, 2023 20:27 - 24 minutes - 22 MBThe Calgary Flames were not a good team on the ice. On paper, they look a little better. Since it doesn't look like Elias Lindholm or Noah Hanifin are on the move, they are essentially running it back with the same roster. Can a roster with no elite forwards really compete? Does Andrew Mangiapane find his offense again? What can people expect from this team with minimal changes? Are Craig Conroy and Ryan Huska capable of getting this team off the ground? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsor...
Ranking every single Brad Treliving trade
August 08, 2023 17:28 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIn the NHL, most GMs spend their time trying to fill out the bottom half and middle's of their rosters. The vast majority of trades are pretty inconsequential, they're mid round picks for 11th forwards or backup goalies. During Brad Treliving's tenure, he made small moves like acquiring Calle Jarnkrok. He also made league altering moves like trading Matthew Tkachuk for Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar. Where do they all slide into the bigger picture? Ranking Every Single Brad Trelivi...
Remembering Bob Murdoch and Honoring Him With with Strong Leadership
August 04, 2023 23:38 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBCalgary Flames alumni, Bob Murdoch passed away earlier this week. The defenseman left an impact on the organization and his teammates. He was a strong leader and someone that taught the next generation of teammates. He will always be remembered for his leadership. How can the Calgary Flames make hockey fun again? Will we see Jarome Iginla down on the ice during training camp? Mackenzie Weegar and Rasmus Andersson are the heartbeats of this team. Will Craig Conroy see them as vital leaders in...
The Flames are Steps Behind the Nashville Predators Pt. 2
August 03, 2023 23:07 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBAre the Calgary Flames and Nashville Predators in a similar situation? How do these two soggy middle teams remain competitive when neither team has fully committed to their rebuild? Can the Predators rely on Roman Josi and Filip Forsberg while the Calgary Flames look to Jonathan Huberdeau and Jacob Markstrom? What do Jess Belmosto, Jeff Middleton and Bryan Bastin have to say about all of it? The Calgary Flames can take a few notes from the Nashville Predators and give their young players act...
The Calgary Flames Can Learn A Lot from The Nashville Predators
August 02, 2023 00:27 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBThe Calgary Flames have been quiet this offseason and aren't committed to rebuilding even though that's what they're nearing. The Nashville Predators are a few steps ahead of the Flames and may be an actually competitive team. How does their buying out Matt Duchene impact their future? Does Jusse Saros have a Peke Rinne type career ahead of him? Jess Belmosto is joined by Bryan Bastin and Jeff Middleton to talk about the similarities and differences between the two teams. Support Us By Supp...
Patrice Bergeron's Legacy Across the NHL, NHL Arbitration Awkwardness & Winners & Losers of the week
July 29, 2023 00:12 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBPatrice Bergeron has officially retired from the NHL. After 19 seasons, 6 Selke Trophies and one Stanley Cup, the league bids farewell to a true leader. Players across the league emulate their game after Bergy and learned from the best. How did Patrice Bergeron create a legacy for himself on and off the ice? It is arbitration season and the teams are lowballing their players. Jeremy Swayman and the NHL Bruins' difference in figures had jaws on the floor. Are the Toronto Maple Leafs actually ...
The Calgary Flames as a Cinematic Masterpiece
July 28, 2023 00:15 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBIt has been a great week for cinema. Between Barbie and Oppenheimer, people are flocking to the movie theaters. Join Jess and Nick as they decide what the Calgary Flames movie would look like. Would the opening scene be the Connor McDavid elimination overtime goal? How do you weave in management and ownership while not losing the plot? Imagine scenes with Johnny Gaudreau driving around with his wife and they call Brad Treliving with their answer. You flash over to a kitchen table with Matthe...
4 Key Players That Hold the Keys To Calgary Flames Success
July 25, 2023 23:40 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Calgary Flames have had their work cut out for them since the season ended. The Flames have key areas they need to improve in. Andrew Mangiapane has proven to be a solid two-way player that can be a 20 goal scorer. Mangiapane has to bounce back after his down season. Will a healthy season bring back the offensive powerhouse Flames fans have come to know and love? Rasmus Andersson and Mackenzie Weegar have their work cut out from them. Will the new coaching staff shuffle things and put We...
4 Key Players That Hold the Keys To Calgary Flames Success
July 25, 2023 23:40 - 30 minutesThe Calgary Flames have had their work cut out for them since the season ended. The Flames have key areas they need to improve in. Andrew Mangiapane has proven to be a solid two-way player that can be a 20 goal scorer. Mangiapane has to bounce back after his down season. Will a healthy season bring back the offensive powerhouse Flames fans have come to know and love? Rasmus Andersson and Mackenzie Weegar have their work cut out from them. Will the new coaching staff shuffle things and put Wee...
The Matthew Tkachuk & Florida Panthers Trade: One Year Later ft. Armando Velez of Locked On Florida Panthers
July 22, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIt’s been one whole year since Matthew Tkachuk was traded to the Florida Panthers. Jonathan Huberdeau and McKenzie Weegar left the Sunshine State and became part of the Calgary Flames. Jess Belmosto and Armando Velez talk about their initial reactions and expectations for the first season. How did the Flames falter and where did the Florida Panthers find that momentum? The Calgary Flames can learn a lot from the 2022-23 Florida Panthers. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Mak...
Would You Rather: 31 Other NHL Team Edition
July 19, 2023 22:34 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBThe Calgary Flames have not done much this offseason while other teams have been at the opposite end of the spectrum. Deal or No Deal meets Would You Rather while Jess and Nick decide if they'd rather be this NHL team or the Calgary Flames. How delusional are the Boston Bruins and would the Calgary Flames be in a better position than them overall? Are the Anaheim Ducks ready to make that leap? Would the Calgary Flames be better than the LA Kings or say the Minnesota Wild? Hear the pairs' arg...
Let's Make A Deal: Elias Lindholm for Jake Debrusk, Alex Wennberg, Jesperi Kotkaniemi?
July 18, 2023 22:21 - 36 minutesThe Calgary Flames have not moved Elias Lindholm. Join Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis as they pitch and ditch possible trades! The Boston Bruins could be in the market for a center with David Krecji's unlikely return. Would Jake DeBrusk make sense? How could the Islanders and Canes make things work? The Columbus Blue Jackets be interested in reuniting Lindholm and Gaudreau? Plus who are the less likely reaches in this trade market? Let's Make A Deal: Elias Lindholm for Jake Debrusk, Alex Wen...
Let's Make A Deal: Elias Lindholm for Jake Debrusk, Alex Wennberg, Jesperi Kotkaniemi?
July 18, 2023 22:21 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBThe Calgary Flames have not moved Elias Lindholm. Join Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis as they pitch and ditch possible trades! The Boston Bruins could be in the market for a center with David Krecji's unlikely return. Would Jake DeBrusk make sense? How could the Islanders and Canes make things work? The Columbus Blue Jackets be interested in reuniting Lindholm and Gaudreau? Plus who are the less likely reaches in this trade market? Let's Make A Deal: Elias Lindholm for Jake Debrusk, Alex We...
The Glass is Half Full... and Empty
July 14, 2023 22:16 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBThe Calgary Flames remain between a rock in a hard place. There are no answers when it comes to Elias Lindholm and Noah Hanifin. What about Mikael Backlund? It is the middle of July and Craig Conroy has not constructed a "competitive" roster. How can he? At what point do the Flames give in and accept a rebuild? On the bright side, Jacob Markstrom and Jonathan Huberdeau can't be much worse than they were last season. It's only up from there for them! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! B...
Goals, Goals and lots more Goals
July 13, 2023 17:52 - 32 minutesThe Calgary Flames finished 19th in goals for during the 2022-2023 season which lends the question: how much more goal scoring do the Flames need to be a truly competitive team? Understanding the state of the NHL requires teams to lean towards offense, how do the Flames compare to recent Stanley Cup Champions in goal scoring? How can the Flames make up for the loss of Tyler Toffoli and potentially the departures of Elias Lindholm and Mikael Backlund as well? Support Us By Supporting Our Spons...
Goals, Goals and lots more Goals
July 13, 2023 17:52 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBThe Calgary Flames finished 19th in goals for during the 2022-2023 season which lends the question: how much more goal scoring do the Flames need to be a truly competitive team? Understanding the state of the NHL requires teams to lean towards offense, how do the Flames compare to recent Stanley Cup Champions in goal scoring? How can the Flames make up for the loss of Tyler Toffoli and potentially the departures of Elias Lindholm and Mikael Backlund as well? Support Us By Supporting Our Spo...
Seriously, What's Next? Opening Night Projected Lineup Gone Wrong
July 12, 2023 23:25 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBMilan Lucic went on Dropping The Gloves with John Scott to talk about what went wrong in Calgary. He mentions that no one was clicking at the same time and there was nothing going in their favor. Looch does throw a little shade toward the Florida Panthers with their regular season point total. Plus, Jess talks about the reality of roster construction. How can you put together a roster when you haven't moved two key pieces? How can you expect to compete when you aren't shifting anything aroun...
Seriously, What's Next? Opening Night Projected Lineup Gone Wrong
July 12, 2023 23:25 - 31 minutesMilan Lucic went on Dropping The Gloves with John Scott to talk about what went wrong in Calgary. He mentions that no one was clicking at the same time and there was nothing going in their favor. Looch does throw a little shade toward the Florida Panthers with their regular season point total. Plus, Jess talks about the reality of roster construction. How can you put together a roster when you haven't moved two key pieces? How can you expect to compete when you aren't shifting anything around...
There is a lot to look forward to this season
July 11, 2023 23:54 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBThings in Calgary look a little bleak but when you peel back the curtain you see a silver lining. Dustin Wolf and Jakob Pellitier are poised to make their jump to the NHL. Matt Coronato had a stellar development camp and could be back after his season at Harvard. What does Craig Conroy's agenda look like? Not just for the short term but two or three years down the road? How long does it take for Jarome Iginla to take over as head coach? Players like Jacob Markstrom and Jonathan Huberdeau are...
Are The Calgary Flames Going To Start the Season with Three Goalies?
July 10, 2023 23:38 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBThe Calgary Flames have quite the future ahead of them. Mikael Backlund touched base with Swedish media and talked about his excitement for the upcoming season. Craig Conroy stopped by SN960 to offer an update on his offseason to do list. Elias Lindholm and Mikael Backlund have been in touch with him but it's kind of quiet on the Noah Hanifin front. What are the next steps now that the Alex Debrincat domino fell? Can the Calgary Flames make three goaltenders work? We know Jacob Markstrom is ...