Flames Talk

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we've got part two of our chat with former Flames executive and general manager Al Coates! Listen in as Al chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at how Calgary rose to NHL prominence in the 1980's! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Al also talks about the 1989 Stanley Cup victory, his involvement in the infamous Doug Gilmour trade, and a whole lot more!

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On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we've got part one of our chat with former Flames executive and general manager Al Coates! Listen in as Al chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at his early roots in hockey and his first NHL job with the Detroit Red Wingsl! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Al also talks about how the game has changed over the last five decades and a whole lot more!

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do...

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers are joined by Kevin Woodley from In Goal Magazine and NHL.com to preview the goaltending matchup in the Stanley Cup Final. Woodley shares his thoughts on Stuart Skinner’s game heading into the series, how the Panthers might approach things with Sergei Bobrovsky, and what Dan Vladar’s long-term upside could be. Plus, some surprising chatter around Thatcher Demko’s future in Vancouver.

(19:48) Jonathan Davis of NHL Network and VSiN Sports checks in for a look at the Stanley Cup Final through a betting lens and a...

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers are joined by Calgary Flames Director of Amateur Scouting, Tod Button, for an inside look at the early days of the NHL Scouting Combine in Buffalo. Button explains why this week is such a critical part of the draft process, from interviews to fitness testing, and how much these final evaluations can impact the Flames' draft board. He pulls back the curtain on what happens inside the interview suites, how much the list is already set, and whether those infamous “weird” questions are as wild as they sound.

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers zero in on the upcoming NHL Draft, now just over three weeks away. With the Flames holding three picks in the top 60 — 18th, 31st or 32nd, and 54th — the guys explore whether Calgary might look to move up, even as high as the top five. They react to Frank Seravalli’s suggestion that teams like Utah and Chicago could be open to dealing their picks, and weigh the likelihood, cost, and potential targets if the Flames were to make that kind of bold move.

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli from Daily Faceoff to tee up what could be a busy month ahead for the Calgary Flames. With two first-round picks in hand, Pat and Frank explore how aggressive GM Craig Conroy might be, what the future holds for Dan Vladar, and whether Jonathan Toews will land a new deal at age 37. They also weigh in on Lane Lambert’s hiring in Seattle, Mitch Love’s coaching prospects, and Aleksander Barkov’s Selke win ahead of Wednesday’s Stanley Cup Final.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers dive into Calgary’s looming UFA decisions with less than a month to go until free agency opens. The guys explore where things stand with Dan Vladar, Justin Kirkland, Kevin Rooney, Dryden Hunt, and more. Could the Flames retain any of them? Who’s likely to walk? Pat breaks down what he's hearing and where negotiations currently sit.

(28:11) Chris Wahl of CalgaryFlames.com joins the show live from the NHL Scouting Combine in Buffalo! Wahl sets the scene from the combine floor, shares his conversation with Flam...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers are joined by Calgary Flames assistant coach Trent Cull, who was officially promoted to the full-time staff last week. Cull looks back on his first season with the team, shares his approach to revamping the penalty kill, and gives insight into working alongside Ryan Huska. He also talks about the offseason so far and why he's optimistic heading into next season.

(23:53) Pat welcomes back Vickers from the IIHF World Championship in Prague! Aaron recap the Flames' presence at the tournament, including bronze medal wins for Mikael...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers get you set for the 2025 NHL Entry Draft! Aaron dives into all his latest thoughts on this year's draft including the overall strength of the class, specific ledges, what realistic options the Flames could have at 18th and 31st/32nd in the draft, his favourite players in the draft, and more!

(29:42) The guys turn the show over to the listeners as they ask their burning questions on this years' draft!

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On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we've got a chat with former Flames defenceman Dana Murzyn! Listen in as Dana chats with fellow Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at his roots in Western Canada and how he made his way to Calgary in high school! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Dana also talks about going right from junior to the NHL, winning a Stanley Cup, and more!

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat is joined by Eric Francis to talk about the Dallas Stars' rise under GM Jim Nill, what Calgary can learn from that model, and some similarities between the two teams. The guys shift into a deep dive on the Stanley Cup Final between the Oilers and Panthers and what's to come from this years Stanley Cup Final.

(30:25) Then, the focus turns to the Flames: what’s next with Rasmus Andersson and his contract situation, and which trade targets could make sense for Calgary as they continue to reshape the roster.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson close out the month of May by digging into what’s still on the Flames’ to-do list with June just around the corner. Rasmus Andersson’s future leads the conversation, as his situation remains unresolved heading into a pivotal stretch. Plus, they go over potential veteran trade chips, where things stand with RFAs like Zary, Bahl, Frost, and Klapka, and what June decisions loom for pending UFAs including Vladar, Hanley, Mantha, Kirkland, Hunt, and Rooney.

(39:49) The guys shift gears to react to the breaking news of the Fl...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson dive into the Flames’ goaltending picture as May winds down. With Dan Vladar still unsigned and Ivan Prosvetov reportedly drawing interest from Calgary, the guys break down what the goalie carousel could look like behind Dustin Wolf. Is Vladar leaning toward more opportunity elsewhere? And how do the Flames protect themselves if he walks?

(21:33) Kevin Woodley of In Goal Magazine joins the show to talk Prosvetov’s KHL return to form, the latest on Stuart Skinner and Jake Oettinger in the WCF, and the incredible story of H...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson open up the Flames Talk Mailbag. With the calendar about to flip to June, there’s no shortage of storylines—pending contracts, looming UFA decisions, and the NHL Draft just a month away. The guys sift through your questions and texts as the offseason buzz picks up.

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On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a deep dive into the idea of offer sheets this summer. With the Flames in a rare cap-flexible spot and needing to take a step forward, could a bold move be coming? They break down the theory, the pitfalls, and the reality of executing one—especially with names like Matthew Knies, Evan Bouchard, and Marco Rossi out there. Conroy weighs in on how realistic an offer sheet scenario is, and why losing a 2026 first-round pick should make Flames fans pump the brakes.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler with the NHL Draft just a month away. How is draft prep shaping up, and how much higher is the hype meter on Zayne Parekh since Scott’s midseason rankings? He had the Flames’ prospect pool ranked 13th in January—has that stock gone up? The guys dig into optimism surrounding Samuel Honzek, ask which other Flames prospects made a leap in the second half, and look at potential centre options at picks 18 and 29–32. Plus, Scott breaks down some WHL and USHL n...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Meaghan Mikkelson, the Calgary Flames’ colour voice, to dive into some of the team’s most intriguing storylines. How excited should Flames fans be for Zayne Parekh after his Game 82 debut, and who might be the best fit alongside him on the blue line next season? Plus, how has Nazem Kadri managed to keep elevating his game deep into his 30s? The crew also discusses what a quieter free agency might mean for Calgary and why opening spots for young players could be the right move...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dig into why a trade might be the more realistic path for the Flames to address key needs this offseason—especially at centre. With Frank Seravalli’s latest top 20 trade targets list as the backdrop, Pat zeroes in on Marco Rossi as a name that makes a lot of sense for Calgary, while also entertaining the idea of Bowen Byram on the back end, though centre remains the clear priority. The guys toss around a few other names, and your texts roll in on who you’d like to see...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon look ahead to NHL free agency and why it might be a quieter summer than expected for the Calgary Flames. Despite having cap space, Pat explains why the team might steer away from smaller, depth signings like last year’s additions of Mantha, Lomberg, and Bean—opting instead to leave room for young players like Kuznetsov, Brzustewicz, Parekh, and Suniev to compete for roster spots at camp. We also hear from Craig Conroy on the team’s free agency mindset, including thoughts on smart additions and the pursuit of tru...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Frank Seravalli to dig into the Flames’ future. Are they primed to take a step forward or are things trending the other way? Frank also weighs in on the Oilers-Stars series, Florida’s dominance, Brendan Shanahan's exit in Toronto, and why Jeff Blashill landed in Chicago. Updates on the open coaching jobs in Boston, Seattle, and Pittsburgh round out the chat.

(24:32) Plus, Pat and Logan Gordon dive into the Conference Final storylines, including whether we’re heading toward a rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup Final. F...

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we've got a chat with former Flames forward Ron Stern! Listen in as Ron chats with fellow Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at his time in Calgary in the 1990's! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Ron also talks about being a tough guy, his hockey upbringing, 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. 

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On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s the Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric for a full breakdown of how aggressive the Flames could be this summer. The guys dig into all the options on the table—trades, offer sheets, and free agency—and whether names like Mitch Marner or Sam Bennett could be realistic targets. Plus, how much roster space should be saved for young players pushing for NHL jobs?

(26:31) Later, Pat and Eric shift focus to the playoffs and the Cup chase in Dallas. Jim Nill’s track record earns him a GM of...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into a big-picture question: who’s truly untouchable on the Flames roster and in the system? With Calgary eyeing upgrades down the middle and a potential move this summer, Pat lays out his shortlist including Dustin Wolf, Zayne Parekh, and a very valuable 2026 first-round pick. The Textline lights up with your takes on who makes the cut.

(31:15) Later, Pat and Logan look ahead to what could be a must-watch Wranglers season in 2025-26. After hearing from assistant GM Brad Pascall earlier in the week, the gu...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan are joined by the one and only Adnan Virk from Amazon Prime's Monday Night Hockey and the NHL Unscripted podcast. Virk dishes on his up-close impressions of the Flames during the season, what stood out in his sitdowns with Nazem Kadri and MacKenzie Weegar, and how Calgary stacks up in terms of identity and direction. The boys also hit on the Conference Finals—Florida’s edge in the East, Dallas’ wild Game 1 comeback in the West—and the end of an era in Toronto as Brendan Shanahan is out. Plus, Virk cat...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon zero in on Rasmus Andersson—both as captain of Team Sweden at the World Championship and as the biggest storyline facing the Flames this summer. With just one year left on his deal, the debate is heating up: re-sign him or trade him? Pat breaks down what Andersson brings to the table, what the Flames would be giving up if they moved on, and what a potential return could even look like. The guys also weigh the short- and long-term impact of losing one of Calgary’s most trus...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Flames VP of Hockey Ops and Assistant GM Brad Pascall! Brad shares his thoughts on all things Flames prospects as he reflects on the year as a whole for the AHL's Calgary Wranglers, dive into what he saw from Sam Honzek last season, and why the franchise is so excited about the future of Hunter Brzustewicz.

(26:53) Our Pacific Division insider, Jonathan Davis joins the show! JD takes us for a spin around the division to bring his latest thoughts on the Oilers, the...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into how the Flames can set up Zayne Parekh for success in his rookie season. From OZ starts to PP1 time to finding the right D partner, they explore how Calgary can replicate what Montreal did with Lane Hutson. Plus, Pat makes the case for Kevin Bahl as the ideal complement.

(39:05) Flames prospect Sam Honzek joins Aaron Vickers from the World Championship in Sweden. Pat and Logan break down Honzek’s developmental path, why some Flames fans are down on him, and why they’re not...

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon react to Sweden’s round robin finale at the World Championship and bring you Mikael Backlund’s conversation with Aaron Vickers. Backlund weighs in on Sweden’s performance and his season with the Flames, while Pat makes the case that, even at 35, Backlund remains one of Calgary’s most reliable and effective two-way players.

(29:24) The guys then dive into the fallout in Toronto after another early playoff exit for the Maple Leafs. Is this really the end of the core group? What happens with Mitch Marner and Aust...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Daily Faceoff NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to take a wide look around the NHL offseason. Frank shares his thoughts on how active the Flames might be this summer, whether they’re ready to take a step forward, and what the future looks like in Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vegas. They also weigh in on the Conference Finals matchups.

(27:49) Brent Dodginghorse, former Calgary Hitmen forward and Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award finalist, joins Pat and Logan Gordon for a powerful conversation. Brent opens up about his work with...

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we continue our chat with Tim Hunter! Listen in as Tim chats with fellow Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at Calgary's run to the 1989 Stanley Cup! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Tim also talks about returning to the city after his playing and coaching career came to an end.

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. 

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On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson are joined by Flames colour voice Meaghan Mikkelson for a wide-ranging conversation. The trio dives into MacKenzie Weegar’s season and whether he got enough credit for his impact, and Meaghan weighs in on the future of Kevin Bahl and Adam Klapka in Calgary.

(21:48) Pat and Wes take a look ahead to the offseason as Flames Talk heads into a short break. They reset some key storylines to watch, including Dustin Wolf’s next contract, how Lukas Dostal might set the goalie market, and the pending RFA...

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson chat with Flames Director of Player Development Ray Edwards for a full debrief on the team's prospect group! He broke down what the last few weeks meant for Zayne Parekh, what to expect from Aydar Suniev’s summer, and why Sam Morton and Hunter Brzustewicz were able to break through to the NHL this season. Plus, he shares his thoughts on what makes Adam Klapka such a development success and what the next few months look like for the team behind the scenes.

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On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli  to break down the Flames’ hunt for a No. 1 centre and how they might approach that this summer. Frank gives his take on Sam Bennett’s future, whether Calgary already has core pieces in place like Wolf or Parekh, and what the Dan Vladar situation looks like after landing 40th on his updated UFA board. They chat Ken Holland’s hire in LA, potential changes in Buffalo’s front office, and what Edmonton’s latest playoff statement says about them.

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Wes shift their focus to the World Championship underway in Sweden and Denmark, where there’s solid Flames representation. Czechia has kicked things off with wins over Switzerland and Norway, with Dan Vladar and Adam Klapka both suiting up for their country. The guys play interviews with both Vladar and Klapka from Aaron Vickers to get a feel for how things are going overseas and what it means for their offseasons.

(30:11) They also dive into round two of the Stanley Cup Playoffs and hit all the big series. Dallas ho...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson revisit their top ten Flames prospects list from Friday and react to some of the feedback and buzz it sparked online. The guys break down why Andrew Basha and Jacob Battaglia caught some attention after strong seasons and recent playoff performances. They also chat about Luke Misa, who didn’t crack either list but was on the radar, and Henry Mews, who only made one of their lists. Plus, they defend their rankings of Sam Honzek, a placement that drew some pushback, and weigh in on what stood ou...

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we've got a chat with the one and only Tim Hunter! Listen in as Tim chats with fellow Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at his time growing in Calgary and working his way through the hockey ranks! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Tim also talks about making his NHL debut and what it was like playing NHL hockey in his hometown!

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for a full hour to break down Matt Coronato’s seven-year, $6.5 million AAV extension with the Calgary Flames. Pat and Eric dig into why the Flames prioritized locking up Coronato long-term, how the deal got done with a number starting with a six, and why it’s a win for both the organization and the player. They also discuss what message it sends to see an American-born player commit to Calgary, and how high Coronato’s ceiling could be as he enters the prime years of his ca...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson reveal their top ten Calgary Flames prospects in a special Friday edition of the show. Using the criteria of players under 25 years old with fewer than 25 NHL games, the duo breaks down their full list as they profile the next wave of talent in the Flames system, and compare their lists.

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson are joined by Meaghan Mikkelson, colour voice of the Calgary Flames, for a wide-ranging conversation. The trio breaks down Matt Coronato’s new seven-year contract extension and what’s next for him after a 24-goal season. They also share their observations on Morgan Frost’s early months in Calgary and what he can do to improve his offensive output next season.

(24:57) Kevin Woodley of In Goal Magazine and NHL.com joins the show to discuss Dustin Wolf being named a Calder Trophy finalist. Kevin weighs in on key...

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson continue working through Craig Conroy’s offseason checklist, turning their focus to Dustin Wolf’s contract status. The duo debates whether the Flames should prioritize a long-term extension for Wolf as soon as he's eligible, and what a potential deal might look like. Pat outlines why a six-year commitment could benefit both sides, and shares thoughts from Craig Conroy on the subject.

(36:09) Pat and Wes dive into a busy day around the NHL, including Toronto’s 2-0 series lead in round two and standout performances from Willia...