Flames Talk

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we're chatting with former Flames forward Mike Eaves! Listen in as Mike chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson about getting started in hockey and his early time with the Minnesota North Stars! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Mike also looks back at his time playing at University of Wisconsin and a whole lot more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s the Eric Francis Hour. Sportsnet’s Eric Francis joins Pat Steinberg to discuss Zayne Parekh's play on the homestand, including the penalty he took in overtime that led to the game-winner against Anaheim. Additionally, the guys talk about the 4-0-1 record for the Flames on their season-long six-game homestand. (27:30) The conversation continues as Eric and Pat discuss Eric's latest article on Devin Cooley and his father's impact on shaping Devin's career, including his personality, which shines during media scrums. Plus, a conversation on this goaltending tandem with Wolf and Cooley. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 3-2 overtime loss to the Anaheim Ducks. Trent Cull joins the show, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Devin Cooley and more address the media! Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, goaltending expert Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine joins Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordonto analyze the crease in Calgary and across the league. Kevin breaks down Devin Cooley’s bounce-back performances on this homestand, Dustin Wolf’s ideal workload for next season, and why Oilers fans should be feeling unsettled about their goaltending situation heading into the playoffs. (25:06) To wrap up the show, the spotlight turns to Ryan Strome as he faces his former team, the Anaheim Ducks, for the first time since the trade deadline. The guys discuss Strome’s seamless transition to Calgary—racking up seven points in ten games—and his emerging leadership role. They also look at the Ducks as a successful blueprint for the Flames' rebuild, highlighting how they’ve built a competitive roster through high draft picks and savvy veteran additions without ever picking first overall. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon shine a light on the resurgence of Morgan Frost. Since the trade deadline, Frost has arguably played the best hockey of his career, finding instant chemistry on a dynamic line with Matvei Gridin and Matt Coronato. The guys discuss whether this elevated play makes him a definitive part of the Flames' long-term future and feature insights from Head Coach Ryan Huska on Frost's recent impact. (28:19) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew evaluates the recent play of Victor Olofsson and breaks down the Anaheim Ducks' impressive turnaround this season.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, the focus shifts to the farm team as Wranglers GM Brad Pascall joins the show. Pascall sums up a challenging season in the AHL, the balance between winning and prospect development, and how first-year head coach Brett Sutter has navigated the adversity. He also provides an update on Rory Kerins’ injury status and explains the process behind late-season NHL recalls. (23:58) Later, Pacific Division Insider Jonathan Davis joins the program to share his thoughts on the LA Kings performance against the Flames and their lack of a 'new coach bump', Anaheim's up and down season, Tristan Jarry finally getting a win, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon break down the offensive spark provided by Zayne Parekh in Tuesday’s victory. The guys discuss whether his big power-play goal can ignite a scoring streak down the final stretch and feature reactions from Head Coach Ryan Huska and veteran Joel Hanley on Parekh's development. Plus, Pat and Logan address the "winning streak vs. draft lottery" anxiety, highlighting why it’s hard to be frustrated when future core pieces like Gridin, Wolf, and Cooley are the ones driving the results. (31:56) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew sets expectations for Matvei Gridin’s production over a full 82-game campaign next season and debate if Zayne Parekh's goal could open the scoring floodgates for him. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 3-2 shootout victory over the Los Angeles Kings. Joel Hanley and Cail MacLean join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Zayne Parekh, Matvei Gridin, and Yegor Sharangovich address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan open up the Flames Talk Mailbag for a full hour of listener-driven puck talk. With the trade deadline in the rearview and the offseason looming, the guys dive into your questions on everything from upcoming college free-agent signings and AHL recalls to the long-term usage of the team's young core. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to break down the hottest topics around the league and right here in Calgary. They discuss the Flames' surprising three-game win streak and the ongoing debate between building a winning culture versus securing a top draft pick. Frank also weighs in on AJ Greer’s three-game suspension, the latest heat on the Department of Player Safety, and the "disastrous" season unfolding in Toronto. Plus, they look at potential rule changes regarding 19-year-olds in the AHL and check in on the playoff threat posed by the Edmonton Oilers. (22:40) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills and Logan Gordon, the crew discusses Ryan Lomberg’s return to the lineup after a stretch as a healthy scratch. As the team’s only pending UFA, they evaluate his role moving forward and why tonight's opponent, the LA Kings, has struggled to maintain their pace in the Western Conference playoff race. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan are joined by Flames color voice Meaghan Mikkelson to break down the "Matvei Gridin fever" sweeping Calgary. They discuss the rookie's ceiling for next season and dive back into the complex balance between winning games and securing lottery odds. (26:54) To wrap up the show, catch an exclusive chat between Pat and Flames defensive prospect Abram Wiebe! With the NCAA Tournament kicking off this week in Sioux Falls, Wiebe discusses the University of North Dakota’s preparation for their opening matchup against Merrimack. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon tackle the growing debate surrounding the Flames' recent three-game winning streak. While the "Tank for McKenna" discourse is reaching a fever pitch, the guys discuss the reality of NHL parity and why it’s impossible to ask young players like Matvei Gridin or goaltenders like Dustin Wolf to simply stop competing.   (22:28) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew reacts to the three-game suspension handed to AJ Greer following his hit on Connor Zary. They also break down Ryan Strome’s overtime heroics from Sunday night and why his veteran presence has been a seamless fit since the trade deadline. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 4-3 OT victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Tyson Gross and Adam Lowry join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Devin Cooley, and Ryan Strome address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we're continuing our chat with former Flames fourth-round pick Paul Kruse! Listen in as Paul chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson about getting called up to the NHL for the first time and his first NHL experiences! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Paul also looks back at some of his most memorable fights in the league and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.  https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers. Matt Coronato and Jason LaBarbera join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Morgan Frost, Blake Coleman, and Victor Olofsson address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s the Eric Francis Hour. Sportsnet’s Eric Francis joins Pat Steinberg to dive deep into the big-picture questions facing the organization. The focus remains on the "unsure" category of the roster, specifically evaluating where players like Connor Zary and Morgan Frost fit into the long-term rebuild plan and what they need to show over the final stretch of the season to cement their spots. (21:45) The conversation continues as Eric and Pat discuss the team's internal competitive fire under Head Coach Ryan Huska, even as the lineup continues to fluctuate. They dive into Devin Cooley's fantastic media scrum and share their thoughts on how the Flames appear to have found a diamond in the rough with Cooley. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon discuss the Calgary Flames’ commitment to a post-deadline youth movement as they prepare to face the Florida Panthers. With the "youth is the priority" mandate in full effect, the guys break down the third consecutive game featuring the Zayne Parekh and Hunter Brzustewicz pairing and the difficult roster balance that keeps veterans like Ryan Lomberg and Brayden Pachal on the sidelines. Plus, they look at why patience is key for recent addition Tyson Gross as he gets up to speed with the big club. (30:01) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew shifts the focus to Connor Zary and his long-term future with the franchise. With Sam Bennett in town, the guys draw comparisons between Zary and the former Flames high-pick, discussing the lessons learned from Bennett’s tenure in Calgary.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 2-1 shootout victory over the St. Louis Blues. Matvei Gridin and Trent Cull join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Connor Zary, Devin Cooley, and Joel Farabee address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan take a "one year later" look at tonight’s matchup between the Flames and the St. Louis Blues. They compare where both teams sat in the playoff hunt last March versus their current battle for high lottery odds, breaking down how regressions in goaltending and goal scoring led to such a dramatic shift in the standings for both franchises. (21:50) Jonathan Davis joins the show to dive into all the latest from around the Pacific and dive into a division that's anything but locked in. JD shares his latest thoughts on the Anaheim Ducks, the LA Kings, the Edmonton Oilers, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon kick off the final 15-game sprint of the season by zeroing in on two players with plenty to prove: Morgan Frost and Connor Zary. The guys debate whether these forwards are truly part of the long-term big picture in Calgary, looking at Frost’s opportunity as a top offensive center and Zary’s development amidst a wave of emerging talent like Gridin and Honzek. They also feature insights from Head Coach Ryan Huska on finding the right fit for Zary down the stretch. (33:52) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew discusses what a successful final month looks like for Zayne Parekh and the challenges of integrating new faces like Tyson Gross as the roster continues to expand with late-season signings.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.