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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3 Goals for the Remainder of the Calgary Flames Offseason
July 07, 2023 22:49 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBThe Calgary Flames have been rather quiet this summer. There has been no word from Elias Lindholm's camp. Veteran center Mikael Backlund has not given any indication of his future in Calgary either. The Flames have a star in Dustin Wolf and have to move Dan Vladar. Craig Conroy has to lay out his vision and longer term goals for the Calgary Flames otherwise they'll find themselves in this soggy middle for the rest of history. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Make Every Momen...
Mediocrity is Bad
July 06, 2023 22:29 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBThe Calgary Flames are consistently "mid." They might be a wild card team that ends up picking in the middle of the draft. None of their players perform consistently at "elite" levels and their owner is perfectly okay with that. The Flames have had a quiet summer due to the lack of cap space and Elias Lindholm not giving the team an answer. At what point does Craig Conroy put his foot down and start calling the shots? Dan Vladar should be on the move here too but Conroy is supposedly waiting...
NHL Free Agency At Large
July 05, 2023 22:20 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBWe're a few days removed from the 12:01 deals. Free agency frenzy can be a great time to make a splash or collect the pieces you need. What are ways to ensure you meet your organization's goals? How do you make sure you aren't building for right now but maybe the longer term? With the Calgary Flames limited moves, Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis take a look at the New York Islanders and Nashville Predators and their approach to this offseason. What makes a good deal "good" and the recipe for ...
Out of This World Calgary Flames 2023-24 Predictions
July 04, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBThe Calgary Flames have been rather quiet this summer. We know Craig Conroy has a lot to clean up and tackle so there probably is a lot going on behind the scenes. Join Jess Belmosto as she ranks some whacky offseason predictions that we will probably laugh at come opening night. The Flames are not going to be in on William Nylander and that’s okay! There will be a change in goaltending but it won’t be Jacob Markstrom on the move. Dustin Wolf is going to see consistent ice time at the NHL le...
Matthew Phillips Moves On & Other Flames Free Agency News
July 03, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe Calgary Flames move on from Milan Lucic, Trevor Lewis and Troy Stetcher. All three returned to their prior teams. The Flames could not do much else with their $2.5m in cap space. Matthew Phillips followed Mitch Love across the continent to the Washington Capitals. Are the Flames to blame here? What was preventing Phillips from jumping to the NHL consistently? We know. There are still moves to be made and a mess to be cleaned up. Is Craig Conroy going to take the most of this opportunity?...
Free Agency Priorities and Primer: Sign Matthew Phillips
July 01, 2023 02:07 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBNHL Free Agency opens tomorrow and some big names hit the market. The only UFA the Calgary Flames should set their sights on are their own Matthew Phillips. The two time AHL scoring leader has not seen much ice time with Flames but with the recent realignment could he crack the roster? The Flames extended qualifying offers to three RFAs. Tune in while Jess Belmosto dives deep in the Free Agency market. Where will players like Patrick Kane and Matt Duchene land? Are any teams really going to ...
Draft Philosophy & Culture Shock
June 29, 2023 22:21 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThe 2023 NHL Draft is underway and the Calgary Flames have their guys. Are they drafting for need or to develop or trade? Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis take a look at the bigger picture while discussing culture shock, making the jump to the NHL and development in general. You can't rush into these decisions or make impulsive decisions. The General Managers have their game plan and it's a matter of sticking to it. What are some of your favorite development stories? Charlie McAvoy not knowing...
Calgary Flames Draft Vancouver Giants Forward Samuel Honzek
June 29, 2023 03:06 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe Calgary Flames selected Samuel Honzek in the first round of the 2023 NHL Draft. Honzek is 6'3 180 pound playmaker with a stellar two way game. The Flames are looking to get younger and they have to draft well to do that. Carey Price made his return to the NHL spotlight tonight! How was Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli? Were there any shockers in the early picks? Plus, Jess Belmosto talks about the lack of movement from the Calgary Flames. Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm are still Flames. ...
Calgary Flames Draft Vancouver Giants Forward Samuel Honzek
June 29, 2023 03:06 - 29 minutesThe Calgary Flames selected Samuel Honzek in the first round of the 2023 NHL Draft. Honzek is 6'3 180 pound playmaker with a stellar two way game. The Flames are looking to get younger and they have to draft well to do that. Carey Price made his return to the NHL spotlight tonight! How was Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli? Were there any shockers in the early picks? Plus, Jess Belmosto talks about the lack of movement from the Calgary Flames. Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm are still Flames. W...
Calgary Flames draft Samuel Honzek 16th-overall in 2023 NHL Draft | Instant Reaction & Analysis
June 29, 2023 02:04 - 4 minutes - 4.59 MBThe Calgary Flames have selected Vancouver Giants forward Samuel Honzek 16th-overall in the 2023 NHL Draft. Jess Belmosto joins Gil Martin and Hadi Kalakeche to discuss the selection and why Honzek represents a refreshing injection of youth into a team that is low on top end prospects. Plus, they chat with Jess about the big time summer that awaits for the Flames, as they reckon with having to move on from more key players after already trading Tyler Toffoli to New Jersey this week. Learn ...
Flames Trade Tyler Toffoli and get the ball rolling
June 28, 2023 06:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBThe Calgary Flames traded forward Tyler Toffoli to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday evening in exchange for restricted free agent forward Yegor Sharangovich and a third round selection in this weekend's NHL entry draft. With one year remaining on his current contract, Toffoli was reportedly considering staying in Calgary but GM Craig Conroy opted to get a roster player and asset back immediately as opposed to working out an extension. Sharangovich has three years of NHL experience and might ...
It's Time For Conroy To Walk The Walk
June 27, 2023 03:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBElias Lindholm has yet to give the Calgary Flames an answer. Has he played his final game for the Flames or is there a world where he signs an extension? The Flames have said they’re willing to wait on Lindholm’s answer. What did waiting get them last time? There is a human element to this and writing has been on the wall for at least a year. It isn’t just about Lindholm. There is a family here. Craig Conroy has talked the talk but can he talk the talk? As a first time general manager, he ha...
BONUS: Locked On NHL Mock Draft 2023: Picks 11 through 21
June 26, 2023 15:59 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this special bonus presentation of Locked On NHL, Gil Martin and Hadi Kalakeche react to selections 11 through 21 in the 2023 Locked On NHL Mock Draft, including the pick made by the Calgary Flames at 16th-overall. Tune into the full three-part Mock Draft on the Locked On NHL podcast feed or on YouTube: https://youtu.be/u5YU7rtNC_0 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 Guarant...
Marc Savard Joins Flames Coaching Staff
June 24, 2023 01:49 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBThe Calgary Flames have rounded out their coaching staff with Marc Savard and Dan Lambert. Lambert ran the Nashville Predators powerplay for the last four years and will be running the Flames powerplay along with the defense. Retired NHLer Marc Savard takes over as the Assistant Coach. Both of these hires will spark offense and creativity on ice. The new Flames era is truly upon us. Join Jess Belmosto as she explains why the clean slate and familiarity will benefit the team. Plus, the Flames...
Tyler Toffoli Has Requested A Trade: Latest on NHL reports & Where The Flames Go From Here
June 23, 2023 00:58 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBToday Frank Seravalli reported that Tyler Toffoli has requested a trade and it sounds like veteran Mikael Backlund is on his way out as well. These are two of the latest reports coming out of Calgary. The Calgary Flames are looking at moving on from two of their best forwards. What comes next? Will the new era of Calgary Flames management move commit to a rebuild or are they going to be staying in the soggy middle? Can the Calgary Flames make Calgary a desirable place? Will the new arena be ...
Will The Calgary Flames Move on From Elias Lindholm and Noah Hanifin? Asset Management for 2024 UFAs
June 21, 2023 00:11 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe Calgary Flames are going to have to make some decisions ahead of the 2023-24 season. Noah Hanifin is more than likely going to be the first player moved. Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis break down what the return could be. Moving Elias Lindholm would send a message to the organization and sets you back. How can the Calgary Flames make the most out of players like Chris Tanev, Nikita Zadorov and Tyler Toffoli? Who does it make sense to keep, trade or walk? Support Us By Supporting Our Spo...
The Sutter Situation was A Lot Worse Than Imagined
June 19, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBThe Athletic recently conducted an investigation into the Calgary Flames locker room. They uncovered allegations of Darryl Sutter getting physical with a player on the bench. The journalists dive into the fallout of Sutter's behavior and dynamics in the locker room. They went back and talked to former players like Justin Williams and Drew Doughty and they share their experiences with Sutter as a coach. There were instances of intimidation, violence and verbal harassment. LINK TO ARTICLE: ht...
Ryan Huska's Impact on Rasmus Andersson
June 16, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBRasmus Andersson is just one of the NHLers to have an assist from Ryan Huska during his AHL days. Andersson talks to the Flames media about how Huska pushing him in all the right ways got him to where he is today. It takes a special type of leader to put in the work on and off the ice. How did Huska's open door policy help players such as Garnett Hathaway? His WHL coaching days were filled with giving his players the best tools for their toolboxes. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! At...
Jarome Iginla Hired As Special Advisor to the General Manager
June 15, 2023 20:31 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBJarome Iginla is a Calgary Flame again! Iginla finds himself in a front office role as an advisor to Craig Conroy. Conroy and Iginla have been dreaming of this for over 20 years and now it's a dream come true. How does the hiring help the Calgary Flames organization? What does it mean in terms of progress and finding their way back to the Stanley Cup? Iginla's passion and creativity puts the Flames in a very unique and exciting position. How can the former Flames Captain bring the team toget...
Addressing The Calgary Flames Roster
June 14, 2023 16:15 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Calgary Flames finally have their GM and head coach in place. Now it's time to address the organizational depth chart, try to get more out of the existing players and what the best iteration of the Flames might look like for this upcoming season against the backdrop of long-term decisions that still need to be made. How can the Flames get more from Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri? Where do Matt Coranato and jakob pelletier fit in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
Flames unveil Ryan Huska as head coach
June 14, 2023 02:19 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Calgary Flames finally publicly unveiled former assistant coach Ryan Huska as the team's newest head coach on Monday afternoon. Accompanied by the team's new GM, Craig Conroy, the two addressed the key component in the process, Huska's ability to communicate effectively. After such a challenging season under Daryl Sutter, the Flames had to go for a polar opposite and Huska's warm, workman demeanor came across and specifically mentioned needing to get more out of Jonathan Huberdeau going ...
Noah Hanifin Could Be On The Move
June 12, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBThe Calgary Flames are reportedly taking calls on Noah Hanifin. Hanifin is one of the seven 2024 pending UFAs and we know Craig Conroy isn't interested in anyone walk. Join Jess Belmosto as she breaks down the potential offerings and realistic returns for the Calgary Flames. With the hiring of a general manager and new coach, the Flames are ready to get to work. Mikael Backlund is another one of the seven pending UFAs that may be looking for a new home. Will Craig Conroy take a risk and re-s...
Ryan Huska To Be Named The Next Head Coach of the Calgary Flames
June 09, 2023 23:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBAccording to Kevin Weekes and Elliot Freidman, Craig Conroy has his head coach! Ryan Huska will be named the next head coach of the Calgary Flames. There are many pros to the internal hire and he leaves plenty to look forward to. Join Jess Belmosto as she dives deep into the next Flames head coach. It only makes sense for the Flames to bring in Mitch Love as the assistant coach. How can they ensure the Flames players don't experience the turmoil of last season again? It appears they have a f...
What The Calgary Flames Can Learn From the Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers
June 08, 2023 22:40 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Calgary Flames have a lot of lessons they need to learn before they even sniff success. What can the team and organization as a whole learn from Vegas Golden Knights and the Florida Panthers? Was plucking Nazem Kadri from success in Colorado a good call? Can the Flames replicate what made him successful? It's about maximizing the players' potential and getting the most out of them. The next coach has their work cut out for them and building an identity after a disastrous season. Support...
Which Remaining Head Coach Candidate Has the Most Attractive Resume
June 08, 2023 00:20 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Calgary Flames are still looking for their head coach. They have yet to find a replacement for Darryl Sutter but it appears we are inching closer to a hiring. Is it Ryan Huska or Mitch Love's time to make the jump? Will Kirk Muller or Patrick Roy return to an NHL team after some not-so-great prior stints. Plus, is Travis Green going to enter his reputation era? ( unlikely ) Join Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis as they push through the offseason and get Calgary Flames fans to training camp...
Does a Long Term Contract for Elias Lindholm Make Sense
June 06, 2023 23:34 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBCalgary Flames forward and best player Elias Lindholm is due for a contract next summer. New General Manager Craig Conroy has made it very clear he does not want a Johnny Gaudreau situation on his hands. There are several options on the table for the Flames. What is the projected contract look like? Is Bo Horvat a fair comparison? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddogs.com/lockedonnhl and when you enter promo code, LOCKEDONNHL, they’ll throw in a free custom birddo...
Stanley Cup Final Primer & Who To Watch
June 03, 2023 01:45 - 29 minutesThe Calgary Flames have a few reasons to hope both Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers lose the Stanley Cup. However, today Jess Belmosto goes over her players to watch and reasons to root for both teams. Matthew Tkachuk is growing the game just by being himself. Jack Eichel's declaration for medical autonomy prevailed. There are so many fairytale storylines from Sergei Bobrovsky's return to Adin Hill's underdog rally. Which players are you rooting for and just who do you hope wins? Su...
Stanley Cup Final Primer & Who To Watch
June 03, 2023 01:45 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBThe Calgary Flames have a few reasons to hope both Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers lose the Stanley Cup. However, today Jess Belmosto goes over her players to watch and reasons to root for both teams. Matthew Tkachuk is growing the game just by being himself. Jack Eichel's declaration for medical autonomy prevailed. There are so many fairytale storylines from Sergei Bobrovsky's return to Adin Hill's underdog rally. Which players are you rooting for and just who do you hope wins? S...
Now and Then: Where Do The Calgary Flames Compare to Last Summer
June 02, 2023 01:02 - 26 minutes - 24 MBThe Calgary Flames were in an interesting spot this time last year. Johnny Gaudreau showed every sign of interest in re-signing and Jonathan Huberdeau was nowhere on the Flames radar. The Flames had every reason to be hopeful for the upcoming season. A lot happened in six weeks and then an 82 game season to change that outlook. How different is this offseason and why can Flames fans be hopeful? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, a...
Evaluating Free Agent Signings: Jacob Markstrom & Chris Tanev
May 31, 2023 22:27 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBJacob Markstrom and Chris Tanev were pegged as contracts to age poorly. The Calgary Flames look entirely different from three years ago when they both joined the team. How do you evaluate these contracts and players as the team's goals have changed? Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis talk about goaltending and the defense-first mentality the Flames have had. Plus, the pair talk about goaltending tandems and what free agency really is. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download t...
Examining the Possible Elias Lindholm Trade
May 30, 2023 22:16 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBCraig Conroy has made it clear he won't let Elias Lindholm walk for nothing. What would a trade look like? What would an extension look like? Does Elias Lindholm have elite qualities? Tune in with Jess Belmosto and Nick Zararis as they break down the type of player Lindy and why you would trade him. The Calgary Flames have no shortage of decisions to make. The bigger question is do they know how to address things for the long term? If Elias Lindholm can maintain a 70/80 point season why woul...
Backlund Should Be The Front Runner for Captain
May 26, 2023 23:00 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBIf there's anyone that's seen it all in Calgary, it is Mikael Backlund. He learned all about leadership from former Captain, Mark Giordano and teammate Sean Monahan. Backlund was going toe to toe with Darryl Sutter and did not budge. He is heavily involved with the local community and rarely ever misses a Calgary Flames community event. Players have spoken and they want a captain. Name him Captain. Plus, if Backs gets promoted to Captain, there will be a shift in the leadership group. Who do...
It's Okay To Root For Matthew Tkachuk
May 25, 2023 23:03 - 26 minutes - 24 MBMatthew Tkachuk and the Florida Panthers are headed to the Stanley Cup Final and there are a lot of emotions surrounding it. Jess Belmosto revisits the trade and why it's going to take a long time for Jonathan Huberdeau and Mackenzie Weegar to level out the trade. At the same time, there are still a lot of things to be excited about. The Flames are making organizational changes that may not have happened had Tkachuk stayed. There are a lot of great things ahead of the Calgary Flames! It's ok...
Who Can Lift The Flames Offense and Confidence?
May 24, 2023 23:30 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBThe Calgary Flames have their General Manager and now it's time to get their coach. Out of all the candidates, Gerard Gallant and Peter Laviolette are the least attractive. You aren't going to get an old dog to change his ways, which is exactly why Sutter was fired. Jess and Nick talk about the must haves in a coaching candidate. They must be innovative. They have to know how to teach and build trust. They can't be out of touch with today's game or have inflexibility. Change is okay! Suppor...
Takeaways From Craig Conroy's Presser and What We Can Look Forward To
May 24, 2023 00:07 - 30 minutesThe Calgary Flames officially announced Craig Conroy as General Manager. Today's press conference tackled a lot of his priorities and what he's learned over the years. It appears that Elias Lindholm is at the top of that list. The internal hire means he knows this team better than any other candidate ( other than Brad Pascal ) they talked to. He talked about the importance of a coach that knows his guys and has the ability to collaborate. Everyone is going to be on the same page and work will...
Takeaways From Craig Conroy's Presser and What We Can Look Forward To
May 24, 2023 00:07 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBThe Calgary Flames officially announced Craig Conroy as General Manager. Today's press conference tackled a lot of his priorities and what he's learned over the years. It appears that Elias Lindholm is at the top of that list. The internal hire means he knows this team better than any other candidate ( other than Brad Pascal ) they talked to. He talked about the importance of a coach that knows his guys and has the ability to collaborate. Everyone is going to be on the same page and work wil...
Flames hire Craig Conroy as GM
May 22, 2023 04:09 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBThe Calgary Flames reportedly hired former captain and long time assistant general manager Craig Conroy to fill the vacant general manager position. The Flames promoted Conroy after a long apprenticeship under the now departed Brad Treliving. The Flames also reportedly talked to several other candidates including Stan Bowman, Dave Nonis and Marc Bergevin. Did the Flames cast a wide enough net? Are the Flames a desirable NHL job? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Birddogs Go to birddo...
The NHL cannot get out of the way
May 19, 2023 20:05 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBNHL commissioner Gary Bettman will reportedly meet with former Florida Panthers and Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville in the coming days to discuss the latter's eligibility to return to coaching in the league after resigning for his role in the Brad Aldrich sexual assault scandal of 2010. In addition, the GM of that 2010 Blackhawks team, Stan Bowman, has been linked to several NHL organizations this offseason for open general manager jobs. The NHL cannot get out of the way| Loc...
The NHL cannot get out of the way
May 19, 2023 20:05 - 31 minutesNHL commissioner Gary Bettman will reportedly meet with former Florida Panthers and Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville in the coming days to discuss the latter's eligibility to return to coaching in the league after resigning for his role in the Brad Aldrich sexual assault scandal of 2010. In addition, the GM of that 2010 Blackhawks team, Stan Bowman, has been linked to several NHL organizations this offseason for open general manager jobs. The NHL cannot get out of the way| Locke...
How do you make room for Dustin Wolf
May 19, 2023 01:58 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBWouldn't it be nice if NHL decisions were that simple? The Calgary Flames have their plate full of decisions that need to be made. Can Dustin Wolf make the jump to the NHL this season or would he benefit from some additional time in the AHL? With Jacob Markstrom's full no-movement clause and heavy cap hit, he likely won't be on the move. Backup goalie Dan Vladar would be the next man out. Jess Belmosto breaks down the pros and cons of all possible situations involving Calgary's goaltenders. ...
How Do The Flames Address Their Roster Construction This Summer & Next
May 17, 2023 20:27 - 30 minutes - 28 MBRumor has it that the Calgary Flames will be announcing their General Manager as soon as next week. How does this new person come in and make the next moves? Does the immediate future call for an internal hire? There are a few roster moves that have to be made in free agency but then you have the looming fear of Elias Lindholm, Tyler Toffoli, Noah Hanifin and Mikael Backlund walking the following summer. Is there a world where the Calgary Flames do flip some of these players for their immedi...
Calgary Flames Narrowing Down Their General Manager Search
May 17, 2023 00:01 - 23 minutes - 22 MBThe Calgary Flames have a few vacancies in their front office and it appears they are narrowing down the prospects. Does this mean desired candidates like Eric Tulskey and Kyle Dubas are off the table? There's no chance you're interviewing someone still in the playoffs or unsure of their own future. Can the Flames go with an internal candidate or has loyalty bit them too many times? Calgary Flames Narrowing Down Their General Manager Search https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fy...
Mackenzie Weegar Is HUNGRY
May 16, 2023 00:34 - 26 minutes - 24 MBMackenzie Weegar is tearing it up at IIHF Worlds for Team Canada and he says he's hungry for more. He came to Calgary with the mindset of winning and it still hasn't left. Weegar opened up about how it wasn't just one person or one factor, it was everything going wrong all the time. Weegar does the mature thing and doesn't place blame on anyone and still praised Darryl Sutter's coaching abilities. Jess takes a look at the human aspect of the game and how a lot of these players were probably ...
A Deeper Look At NHL Goaltending: What is Changing?
May 12, 2023 23:29 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBIt's no secret that defense is hard to measure but goaltending? Goaltending is nearly impossible to quantify beyond Save percentage and goals saved above expected. The Calgary Flames are no strangers to riding the goaltending struggle bus. How does Markstrom stack up against the rest of the league and the goaltenders in the playoffs? What sets the elite five goaltenders in the league apart from the rest? Are goalies worth the risk of being the most expensive player on the roster? Jake Oettin...
Whose Resumé Best Fits the Needs of the Calgary Flames
May 11, 2023 22:49 - 33 minutesA long list of names has popped up as possible candidates for the General Manager position in Calgary. Does Eric Tuslkey make the most sense? ( yes ) Is someone like John Chayka worth the risk? There are plenty of names out there for the Flames to choose from but they certainly cannot forget the names inside the house. Craig Conroy has been groomed for this position. Does it make sense to go with the guy that knows this organization like the back of his hand? Support Us By Supporting Our Spo...
Whose Resumé Best Fits the Needs of the Calgary Flames
May 11, 2023 22:49 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBA long list of names has popped up as possible candidates for the General Manager position in Calgary. Does Eric Tuslkey make the most sense? ( yes ) Is someone like John Chayka worth the risk? There are plenty of names out there for the Flames to choose from but they certainly cannot forget the names inside the house. Craig Conroy has been groomed for this position. Does it make sense to go with the guy that knows this organization like the back of his hand? Support Us By Supporting Our Sp...
Blueline Evaluations
May 10, 2023 02:10 - 25 minutes - 23 MBJust like everything else this season, the expectations for the defensemen were rather high. Jess Belmosto recaps the offseason and uncertainties surrounding players like Chris Tanev and Oliver Kylington. Rasmus Andersson and Noah Hanifin did their heavy lifting for the Calgary Flames. Where did they respectively fall in terms of stats and the eye test? Nikita Zadorov and Mackenzie Weegar wrap up the show with their physicality and gameplay. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed S...
Calgary Flames GM Search Meets The Bachelor: Finding the Perfect GM
May 08, 2023 22:46 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBThe Calgary Flames have to find a general manager that checks a lot of different boxes. Is this person willing to take accountability? Are they reactionary? Do they know when it's time to go? How are they with players? Can they stand their ground? How is their relationship with the coach? Whether it's Kyle Dubas, Theo Epstein, Jason Botterill or Eric Tulskey; the next Calgary Flames General Manager must meet these requirements and then some. Join Jess and Nick as their build their perfect ge...
Milan Lucic's Final Year as a Flame, Trevor Lewis' Impact and Walker Duehr's Welcome
May 06, 2023 01:30 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBThere is a lot to say about the individuals on the Calgary Flames fourth line. Milan Lucic had another streaky season and even saw a few healthy scratches. Was it enough to wake him up? What happens if this is his final year? Trevor Lewis is still producing and still providing the tangibles. Could his leadership be an asset to the Flames next season? Walker Duehr saw 27 NHL games this season and made his presence known. He added speed and precision to a line that needed it. Milan Lucic's Fi...
Milan Lucic's Final Year as a Flame, Trevor Lewis' Impact and Walker Duehr's Welcome
May 06, 2023 01:30 - 26 minutesThere is a lot to say about the individuals on the Calgary Flames fourth line. Milan Lucic had another streaky season and even saw a few healthy scratches. Was it enough to wake him up? What happens if this is his final year? Trevor Lewis is still producing and still providing the tangibles. Could his leadership be an asset to the Flames next season? Walker Duehr saw 27 NHL games this season and made his presence known. He added speed and precision to a line that needed it. Milan Lucic's Fin...