Flames Talk

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Medicine Hat Tigers forwards Markus and Liam Ruck with the NHL Draft just two weeks away. The Ruck twins discuss their rapid rise over the past year, what this season meant for their development, their experience playing alongside Flames prospect Andrew Basha, and what draft week in Buffalo will look like for them — including the possibility of one day reuniting with Basha in the Flames organization. (24:09) InGoal Magazine's Kevin Woodley stops by to break down the latest goaltending storylines from the Stanley Cup Final, including Carolina's crease decisions and what to expect between the pipes as the series continues. Woodley also weighs in on Sebastian Cossa, and what the Oilers could be looking to do in goal this summer. 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 in studio by Flames play-by-play voice Jon Abbott for a wide-ranging conversation on where things stand for Calgary early in the offseason. The two discuss why a quiet summer so far might not be a bad thing, how busy things could get with the draft approaching, the Flames' stockpile of picks, and the growing questions around Blake Coleman's future. (27:39) Later, Pat and Jon continue the conversation by looking ahead to next season, including storylines to watch with Morgan Frost and Zayne Parekh after strong finishes to last year. They also share their thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final and take questions from the textline as the hour wraps up. 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a closer look at which Flames players are set up for crucial offseasons as Calgary continues to shape its future. The guys each highlight three names they believe need big summers, including Zayne Parekh as he looks to build strength and establish himself over a full NHL season, Morgan Frost as he eyes a breakout year down the middle, and Matvei Gridin as he continues to develop into a potential impact scorer, before opening the conversation up to the textline. (28:45) Jonathan Davis from NHL Network joins the show to break down a 2-1 Stanley Cup Final lead for Vegas and what he expects heading into Game 4. The conversation also touches on Edmonton's reported interest in Mike Babcock, Peter Laviolette landing behind the bench in Los Angeles, expectations for the Kings, and the latest intrigue around San Jose's plans with the second overall pick. 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 take a wide-ranging look around the league with just over two weeks to go until the NHL Draft in Buffalo. Frank shares his latest read on how the draft board is shaping up following the Combine, who he believes could go first overall, and what kind of player Calgary might be targeting at sixth overall. The conversation also dives into how much movement we could see inside the top ten, the latest surrounding Mike Babcock and the Oilers, Peter Laviolette landing in Los Angeles, the Maple Leafs' coaching search, and the growing tension around Dylan Larkin's situation in Detroit. (29:14) Flames legend Lanny MacDonald joins the program as the show continues to reflect on the life and legacy of longtime GM Cliff Fletcher following his passing. Lanny shares his memories of Fletcher, including the trade that brought him to Calgary in 1981, his first impressions of working with Cliff, and what made him such a unique builder and leader during his decades in the game. 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 this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Sportsnet prospect analyst Jason Bukala to break down his latest draft rankings. The conversation dives into what separates Ivar Stenberg and Gavin McKenna at the top, why Caleb Malhotra slots in as Bukala's top-ranked centre, and how players like Viggo Bjorck and Keaton Verhoeff are evaluated despite questions around size, development path, and projection. Bukala also shares insight on rising names like Alexander Command, the depth of defencemen in the top ten, and what kind of player Calgary could be targeting near the end of the first round. (28:48) Later, Pat and Logan turn their attention to a busy stretch of NHL news, including the Oilers' reported interest in Mike Babcock, the Kings hiring Peter Laviolette, and speculation around Joe Pavelski potentially landing in Toronto. The guys also discuss the escalating situation in Detroit involving Dylan Larkin and tee up the latest from the Stanley Cup Final before opening the textline. 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 this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Calgary Flames alumnus Colin Patterson to reflect on the life and legacy of legendary Flames GM Cliff Fletcher, who passed away Friday at the age of 90. Patterson shares his memories of Fletcher's impact on the franchise, from stories of negotiating his next contract directly with Cliff, how Cliff recruited Colin to Calgary, to his role in assembling the powerhouse teams that battled Edmonton in the 1980s and captured the Stanley Cup in 1989. The conversation touches on Fletcher's influence bringing European players into the NHL, his reputation as a bold dealmaker, and the legacy he left not just in Calgary but across the league — while also offering a personal look at Fletcher as both a leader and a person. 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 this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into Calgary's upcoming UFA decisions with less than a month to go before key deadlines. The guys run through the full list — including Ryan Lomberg, Victor Olofsson, Jake Bean, and more — and weigh the balance between sentiment and pragmatism as the Flames shape their roster. Pat and Logan revisit their stance on Lomberg, discuss why Olofsson may not be a fit despite a solid showing after the trade deadline, and explain how roster depth on the wing and blue line impacts decisions on players like Bean and Cicek. They also touch on the uncertainty around Clark Bishop, Justin Kirkland's expected trip to market, and why it looks like Daniil Miromanov and Ivan Prosvetov won't be part of the picture moving forward. 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 — live from Las Vegas! Pat and Eric open with the passing of Cliff Fletcher and reflect on what he meant to this franchise. Then, Eric weighs in on the Flames untouchables list — the 2027 first-round pick, Zayne Parekh, Matvei Gridin, Cole Reschny, Dustin Wolf, and Matt Coronato — and whether anyone is truly off the table on a team still searching for its franchise piece. (20:54) The Stanley Cup Final is tied 1-1 after two epic games in Raleigh! Eric breaks down the first two games from the ground in Vegas, including John Tortorella's pivotal challenge in Game 2, and gives his feel for Game 3 on Saturday night. 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 open with the sad news of Cliff Fletcher's passing at the age of 90. The first general manager in Flames history, Fletcher built the franchise from its Atlanta roots through the move to Calgary and all the way to the 1989 Stanley Cup championship. Pat and Logan take a moment to celebrate his legacy before diving into the Friday Flames Talk Summer Mailbag! With the Draft three weeks away and free agency not far behind, Pat and Logan take your questions on all things Flames. 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos to dive into his latest Offseason Trade Board! Nick shares his thoughts on the potential for Calgary to move Blake Coleman and Morgan Frost this offseason, the news of Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin requesting a trade, the Oilers exploring spots for Darnell Nurse, and more! (22:31) Our goaltending analyst, Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine stops by to bring his breakdown of the goaltending we saw in Game One of the Stanley Cup Final between Vegas and Carolina, the scouting report on Calgary's Russian goaltending pipeline, and Minnesota adding a Director of Goaltending position! 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 share their top picks for who the Flames could target at the end of the First Round of the 2026 NHL Draft! They share their thoughts on targets like the Ruck Twins, JP Hurlbert, Ilya Morozov, and more! (29:11) Calgary Flames prospect Andrew Basha joins the show! Andrew dives into what the summer has been like for him as he's set to return to the Calgary Wranglers next season, what it's like playing with the Ruck brothers, and what he's focused on building in his game throughout the summer! 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon follow up on a segment from an earlier show about what assets on the would be considered untouchables, as they look at the textline to see how people are poking holes in each of their lists of untouchables! They debate trade proposals, pick swaps, and more! (23:01) Jonathan Davis from NHL Network joins the program to react to game one of the Stanley Cup Finals as the Golden Knights took down the Hurricanes, Gary Bettman's thoughts on the Bruce Cassidy Situation, and how why the Canucks went with Manny Malhotra as their new head coach. JD discusses the rest of the Pacific Division and where the Oilers could go due to the Cassidy situation, and what the Sharks could do at second 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 are joined by NHL.com Senior Draft Writer and host of the NHL Draft Class podcast Mike Morreale from Buffalo! Mike breaks down his scouting report on some of the top names in the draft, like Gavin McKenna, Carson Carels, Keaton Verheoff, Chase Reid, and Alberts Smits, where the Flames could go in the draft, and who could be the next home run selection at the top of the draft.   (24:19) Chris Wahl from CalgaryFlames.com joins Pat and Logan from Buffalo to check in on the latest from the 2026 NHL Draft Combine! Chris shares what the week in Buffalo is like for the prospects who hope to get selected this year, and how many interviews Craig Conroy and the Flames have this week! The guys ask about Matt Brown and what his impact is on not only the young prospects but also the veterans on the team, and they break down what Chris' thoughts are on the prospects the Flames could potentially select! 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordan take a deep dive into how many untouchable assets the Flames currently have in the system! They debate names like Ethan Wyttenbach, Matt Coronato, and if any of the Flames' future draft picks should be considered as well. The guys take a deep dive into the text line to answer your questions on who you believe on the Flames are currently untouchable. (28:06) To wrap up the guys are joined by current University of Denver defenseman and Calgary Flames prospect Eric Jamieson! Eric talks about winning a National Championship this year, how campus life has been since winning the National Championship, he relives the final moment of the 4-3 double overtime win against Michigan, and what it's like playing under head coach David Carle! 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 live from Raleigh! Frank breaks down how busy the Flames could get this summer, how much Craig Conroy is working the phones ahead of the Draft, and what the hiring of Manny Malhotra in Vancouver could mean for Calgary's search for a franchise centre. Plus, Frank shares takeaways from the commissioner's annual availability and gives his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final matchup! (29:01) Pat and Logan Gordon check in on the latest around the Flames at the 2026 NHL Draft Combine in Buffalo! Catch the latest from GM Craig Conroy after he sat down for a conversation with Chris Wahl of Flames TV, Pat shares who the Flames have already sat down for a conversation with, and the guys discuss if the Canucks' hiring Manny Malhotra could boost Calgary's chancing as potentially drafting his son, Caleb. 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into some of the latest burning questions around the team by taking questions from the text line! They share their takes on if the Flames could potentially move up in the draft, what moves could happen during the draft process, and if they end up picking at sixth overall, what names they could see being selected!   (33:35) To wrap up the guys take a look at some more of your burning questions, sharing their thoughts on if we could see any player trades made this offseason, which young prospects could and could not be qualified for their next deals, 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 check in on some of the members of the Flames who have been representing their countries at the World Championships! They discuss Olli Maata winning his first international gold medal for Finland, and how he has handled the transition of being traded from Utah to Calgary. They share their thoughts on Martin Pospisil, Matt Coronato, and Devin Cooley's performances, and Pat brings the latest on why the Flames have decided to not sign sixth round pick Hunter Laing to a contract.  (23:50) Pat is joined by Eric Francis from Raleigh to talk about the upcoming Stanley Cup Finals! Eric dives into the details on his latest article  around Rasmus Andersson's relationship with the late Claude Lemieux, and how Noah Hanifin feels about him and Andersson being reunited as a pairing in Vegas. 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon spend the full hour diving into the text line on the Friday Flames Talk Summer Mailbag! Pat and Logan give their takes on if the Flames should move on from Dustin Wolf. The guys share their thoughts on who the most underrated prospects are in the draft, along with why the Flames should select Keaton Verhoeff if he falls outside of the top 4. What would it cost the Flames to move up for the Ruck twins and should the Flames consider taking them? What could Dustin Wolf improve on this offseason to get ready for the 2026/2027 season, and more as the mailbag gets emptied going into the weekend 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 Eric Francis for another edition of the Eric Francis hour! With the Avalanche getting swept by the Golden Knights, Pat and Eric discuss the connections between the Flames and Golden Knights. They highlight how Flames fans are paying extra attention to the Finals because of the draft picks and former players involved with Vegas. Plus, Pat asks Eric how Vegas has been for Rasmus Andersson, if he would re-sign in Vegas, and how Rasmus feels about the city of Calgary. (25:16) As we move closer to July 1st, Pat and Eric talk about the different ways the Flames can improve their roster either through the draft or making a big splash in the trade market, looking at names like Connor Geekie, Mason McTavish, and Shane Wright and if making moves for one of the young centers would actually make sense for the Flames. 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 this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a deep dive into what the Flames could do down the middle with names such as Caleb Malhotra and Viggo Bjorck in the draft or Mason McTavish of the Ducks and Shane Wright of the Seattle Kraken. They take a look a Nick Kypreos's trade board and discuss who could be potential options for the Flames. (33:42) Pat and Logan Gordon are joined by Ben MacBeath of the Calgary Hitmen to talk about the upcoming draft combine and how his future is going to look joining the University of Denver next season. Ben discusses what he is doing this offseason to get ready for his first season in college hockey.   (51:59) To wrap up, Pat and Logan have Kevin Woodley from InGoal Magazine and NHL.com on to talk about the goaltending performances of the two Colorado Goalies and how Wedgewood performed in the regular season compared to the postseason. Kevin also looks at the goalies in the Eastern Conference Finals and how Frederik Andersen has performed and how Jakob Dobes is outperforming his expected goals analytics, and bailing out the Canadiens throughout the entire playoffs. 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 Steinberg is joined by a pair of elite prospects and former Victoria Royals teammates who spent their freshman seasons together at the University of North Dakota, 2025 18th-overall pick Cole Reschny and top draft prospect Keaton Verhoeff! Reschny chats about his transition to college hockey after putting up 35 points in 36 games, and Verhoeff dives into his freshman year and the very real possibility of reuniting with Reschny in Calgary next month. (29:23) To wrap up Pat and Logan Gordon explain why Flames fans have a massive reason to root for the Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Final. Beyond seeing former fan favorites Rasmus Andersson and Noah Hanifin chase their first championship, there is huge draft capital on the line. The guys break down the trade condition from the Andersson deal: if Vegas wins the Cup, Calgary's 2028 second-round pick automatically upgrades to a first-round pick. 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 dive into the non-draft trade market following Nick Kypreos' first summer trade board. To no surprise, Blake Coleman is the premier Flames asset generating buzz, and Pat and Logan break down the heavy interest in Coleman from the trade deadline, and explain how a lack of salary retention stalled a deal. With Coleman heading into the final year of his contract and looking for long-term security, the guys debate if Craig Conroy should grant a four-to-five-year extension or cash in on the winger's high trade value. They also look at other potential trade chips, including Morgan Frost, and depth defensemen Joel Hanley and Brayden Pachal, who are facing a numbers game on the blueline. () Jonathan Davis from the NHL Network joins the program to react to a stunning Stanley Cup Playoffs development: the Vegas Golden Knights sweeping the Colorado Avalanche to advance to the Stanley Cup Final. JD discusses the undeniable John Tortorella effect in Vegas, Mitch Marner's dominant postseason performance, and where the Avalanche go from here. Plus, they dive into the coaching carousel with Jay Woodcroft linked to Toronto and Los Angeles, and evaluate Leo Carlsson's looming RFA contract situation in Anaheim. 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 Steinberg spends the full hour diving into the 960960 text line to answer all of your questions about the team on the Friday Flames Talk Summer Mailbag! Pat gives his take on if the Flames should trade up in the draft, along with who they might take wherever they end up. Pat shares his thoughts on the ceiling of prospects like Carson Carels and Viggo Björck, and what the Flames' all-time best draft class is. Pat covers the idea of a Coleman and Backlund trade package, how the rebuilding timeline looks, options at sixth overall, and more as the mailbag gets emptied going into the weekend. 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 Eric Francis for another edition of the Eric Francis Hour! With the draft five weeks away, Pat and Eric discuss the possibility of the Flames trading up into Chicago or New York's position. They highlight the Flames' lack of a top-end forward prospect and how it might be a reasonable time to overpay in order to get one. Pat asks Eric his thoughts on Ryan Lomberg and gets his opinion on how the Flames should deal with shaping the roster in a way that allows for young players to get a spot. (32:37) With Eric being in Denver for the Western Conference Final, Pat asks about how game one played out, how Cale Makar and Mark Stone's injuries affects the series, and what we might see happen in game two! 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into one of the toughest dilemmas for a lot of Flames right now as they look at the future of Ryan Lomberg. The guys look back at the last two seasons of work that Ryan Lomberg has brought to Calgary, and they break down the options for GM Craig Conroy this offseason. (26:18) Our goaltending expert, Kevin Woodley joins the show! Kevin stops by to share his thoughts on the goaltending matchup in the Western Conference Final, the story that has been Jakub Dobes, Frederik Andersson remaining perfect in the playoffs, and more from around the NHL! 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 this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Prince Albert Raiders defenceman and upcoming draft prospect Daxon Rudolph! They talk to Daxon about how the offseason has been going, his excitement for the upcoming draft, and his personal reflection on the past season. They also dive into Daxon's playstyle and big offensive jump this season, his opinions on being a high draft pick, and his thoughts on potentially landing 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.

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a deep dive into the Flames' prospect pool! Pat and Logan recap their interview with Ethan Wyttenbach and discuss his decision to return to Quinnipiac for his sophomore season with the possibility of turning pro depending on how the season plays out. They also tackle the Flames' situation around the 50-contract maximum and how they will need room with more young players ready to make the jump to the NHL! 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 this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Quinnipiac forward and Calgary Flames prospect Ethan Wyttenbach! Pat and Logan talk to Ethan about how his summer has gone after his team was eliminated in the NCAA Tournament, the process of choosing between the USHL and college hockey, and how life on campus has been treating him. They also touch on Ethan's playstyle and how he can continue to improve, along with how the rest of the summer will look! 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 this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon explore how the Flames' offseason will look in terms of free agents. With free agency still a ways away, the guys tackle the team's restricted free agent situation and discuss what they should do with players like William Stromgren, Brennan Othmann, and Parker Bell. They also talk about how bigger decisions need to be made surrounding players such as John Beecher and Artem Grushnikov. 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 this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon talk about how the Flames' options at 6th overall are starting to narrow as draft day gets closer! Pat and Logan take a deep dive into prospect Viggo Björck and talk about how he is starting to emerge as a favourite for the Flames considering the lack of depth the team has down the middle. (31:13) Pat is joined by NHL Network's Johnathan Davis to talk about the busy Pacific Division! Pat gets Johnathan's thoughts on the upcoming Western Conference Final, the NHL's punishment on Vegas, and the ongoing Bruce Cassidy situation. They also touch on Edmonton's search for a new head coach, the Canucks' new GM, and a recap of Anaheim's 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, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Sportsnet's draft and prospects expert, Sam Cosentino! Sam dives into the details of his latest mock draft, which has the Flames taking Tynan Lawrence at sixth overall, highlights some of the players he'll be keeping an eye on at the draft, and if the Flames could move up to draft Ivar Stenberg! (22:16) The prospect talk continues as Pat and Logan share their thoughts on what players different mock drafts have the Flames taking at sixth overall, and what could happen if they take either a forward or a defenceman. 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 our NHL insider, Frank Seravalli! Frank joins the show to share his thoughts on Montreal's game seven win over the Buffalo Sabres, and if the Flames could follow the Canadiens' rebuild model! Frank reacts to the two Conference Finals matchups, his reactions to Vegas' fine, and more from around the league! (33:03) Pat and Logan Gordon continue to dive into the idea that the Montreal Canadiens' rebuild model could or should be one that the Flames follow! They take a look at how they think the Habs stack up against Carolina, tee up the series between Vegas and Colorado, and the Canucks firing their Head Coach! 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 Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for another edition of the Eric Francis Hour! As the quiet offseason for the Flames continues, Pat and Eric discuss what might happen between now and the draft. They talk about what the packages are for the Flames to potentially move up into the top 3 and why it could be a good move for the team as they transition from the Saddledome to Scotia Place. The conversations shifts on to the topic wingers and how players like Huberdeau, Zary and Sharangovich are caught in the logjam and need to have their roles figured out before the season starts. (29:48) Pat and Eric talk about Edmonton, Vancouver, and Toronto and debate which team can be considered the biggest mess right now, while also touching on Macklin Celebrini being named captain for Team Canada over Sidney Crosby at the World Championships, and Eric taking off to Denver for the Western Conference Final. 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, it is time for the Friday Flames Talk Summer Mailbag. Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon spend the full hour diving into the jam-packed 960960 text line to answer your questions about the offseason ahead. With the draft officially six weeks away, the guys focus in on the reality of Calgary trading into the top five and what it might take for a move like that to happen. The conversation moves through topics around Scotia Place, trade scenarios, opinions on draft prospects, and Blake Coleman's value. Pat and Logan address how the Flames dropping to the sixth overall pick is not a negative and how it can help shape the franchise moving forward. Whether it's current or future, all questions are answered as the mailbag gets emptied heading into the weekend.  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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into the logjam on the wing for the Flames! With Matvei Gridin, Matt Coronato, and Joel Farabee all pushing for top-six minutes, the guys evaluate the uncertain futures of Yegor Sharangovich and Martin Pospisil. They analyze Sharangovich's struggle to find a permanent home in the lineup as his new contract kicks in and debate what Martin Pospisil needs to do to remain a regular NHLer following an injury-plagued season that saw him drift away from his physical identity. (26:16) Goaltending expert Kevin Woodley joins the show from Vancouver to share his impressions of the Canucks' new regime and the pressure on their crease. Kevin also pivots to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, breaking down the goaltending battles in the Buffalo-Montreal series and providing his take on Colorado's recent performance. From Frederik Andersen's steady play to the high-stakes matchups in the West, Woodley gives his final evaluation of the puck-stoppers left in the hunt. 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 are joined by Flames play-by-play voice Derek Wills for his first appearance in a month. The crew takes stock of a quiet start to the offseason in Calgary, discussing the decision to bring back the entire coaching staff on two-year extensions and the lingering frustration of dropping to sixth overall in the draft lottery. They also look ahead to the community side of the sport with the upcoming Gaudreau 5K event. (22:07) The focus shifts to a massive day of news across the Pacific division. With Kris Knoblauch officially out in Edmonton, the guys break down Stan Bowman's decision to move on and the reports linking the Oilers to Bruce Cassidy. Pat questions if the coaching change addresses the real issues in Edmonton—roster construction and goaltending—or if Knoblauch is a scapegoat for deeper organizational bets that failed. They also react to the new-look front office in Vancouver, where Ryan Johnson, Daniel Sedin, and Henrik Sedin have been tasked with leading the Canucks forward. 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 Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined in-studio by O2K Sports Player agent Dave Cowan! The guys talk to Dave about how draft time is for an agent, what it's like for a player during draft time, and how draft buzz on social media is something that young players need to manage leading up to the draft. They also talk about how Zach Whitecloud is off the ice, the value that Dryden Hunt and Justin Kirkland have in an organization, and what Jake Neighbours next contract negotiations look like from an agent's perspective!  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 start the show by exploring what could happen with the Calgary Flames and their 6th overall pick with the draft six weeks away! The guys explore different pre-draft prospect rankings and who might be available when the Flames are on the clock, while also debating if the team should take a forward or defenceman. Plus, they discuss how players such as Carson Carels, Keaton Verhoeff, and Viggo Björck have emerged as the favourite for the Flames! (32:07) Pacific division insider Johnathan Davis joins the show! Pat talks to him about game five between Las Vegas and Anaheim, Brayden McNabb's one-game suspension, and how Anaheim can use their youth to force a game seven. They also touch on the ongoing Bruce Cassidy situation, and Vancouver's search for a new GM. 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 this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon talk to draft prospect Carson Carels about his past month after the Prince George Cougars season came to an end, along with how he is feeling before the upcoming NHL Draft! Carson shares his personal scouting report on his game, his past season at Prince George, and his experience at the World Juniors. Plus, his thoughts on the possibility of playing for Calgary or another Canadian team! 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 this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into the future of the Flames and their abundance of middle-six wingers. They talk about how players' roles on the team are up in the air, Jonathan Huberdeau's timeline around his hip injury, and where Connor Zary fits into the forward core with AHL players ready to make the jump to the NHL! (28:38) Pat and Logan recap game four between Colorado and Minnesota and discuss how each team has performed throughout the series! The guys break down the war of words between Josh Manson and Michael McCarron, how Minnesota can overcome their playoff struggles, and how Ryan Johnson has emerged as the favourite in Vancouver's hockey operations search! 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 this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by our NHL Insider, Frank Seravalli! Frank joins the show to dive into all the latest thoughts from around the NHL, including the Flames' options after sliding to pick six at the NHL Draft Lottery, the latest on the story between the Edmonton Oilers and Bruce Cassidy, Vancouver's General Manager search, 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 two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan open with the news that Daniil Miromanov is expected to return to Russia next season, bringing his time in Calgary to an end. The guys discuss why the move isn't surprising, what never materialized after he was acquired in the Noah Hanifin trade, and how that deal ultimately looks in hindsight — including the Flames' return and the lessons learned from the process. (25:56) The conversation shifts to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, where the guys look at series like Anaheim tied with Vegas and Montreal up on Buffalo, and what it could mean for how Calgary approaches its own long-term direction. They also dive into how teams like Carolina, Colorado, and others are shaping the league's playoff picture, and what it says about building through high-end draft talent. 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.