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Flames Talk

Pat Steinberg with Aaron Vickers, and Wes Gilbertson have the city's most in-depth coverage of the Calgary Flames. We have the most exclusive access to the Flames and insiders around the NHL. Airing live on Sportsnet 960 The FAN weekdays from 4pm-6pm MT and every Flames postgame show.
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Episodes

Rest Easy, Johnny and Matty.

Pat Steinberg is joined by Ryan Leslie, Frank Seravalli, Wes Gilbertson and Eric Francis as they remember the lives of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. 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/

Aug 30, 20241 hr 48 min

It's a Friday Flames Talk Mailbag!

On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson open up the Flames Talk mailbag for the last time this summer! The guys share their thoughts on listener's burning questions about Mikael Backlund, weaponizing cap space, Sean Monahan, and much 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/...

Aug 23, 202446 min

Eric Francis on Rasmus Andersson's Future!

On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for another edition of The Eric Francis Hour! Eric dives into his thoughts on Rasmus Andersson's future with the Calgary Flames, including if he think's he'll be a member of the team by the end of this coming season! (29:36) The guys continue on by debating which between MacKenzie Weegar and Rasmus Andersson should be considered as the number one defenseman on the Calgary Flames! The views and opinions expressed in thi...

Aug 23, 202449 min

Presenting Our Flames Hot Takes for This Season!

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson hop on the trend of presenting their 'hot takes' surrounding the Calgary Flames, and share their thoughts on takes surrounding MacKenzie Weegar, Rasmus Andersson's future, and much more! (26:07) The guys open up the text line to listeners as they fire off all their hot takes including a Huberdeau/Gaudreau trade, Jakob Pelletier, Connor Zary's future at the center position, and more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are...

Aug 22, 202444 min

Kevin Woodley Talks Vladar, Demko, and More!

On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson are joined by our goaltending insider, Kevin Woodley! Kevin stops by to dive into all the biggest goaltending stories around the NHL, including Thatcher Demko, the Canucks' goalie coach departure, Dan Vladar's return to the ice, 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-...

Aug 21, 202421 min

Do PTO's Make Sense This Year?

On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson dive into their thoughts on as we head closer to the end of the offseason for the Flames, and ask if they think they expect to see Calgary make any more roster changes ahead of Game 1 of the 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/...

Aug 21, 202426 min

What's Ahead for Dan Vladar?

On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson preview the season for Dan Vladar post-hip surgery! The guys die into their expectations for Vladar this coming season, pairing him with Dustin Wolf, his long-term outlook with the team, and the Flames' multitude of goalie choices! 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/...

Aug 20, 202421 min

Frank Seravalli on Oilers Offer Sheets and More!

On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL insider Frank Seravalli to dive into all the latest burning topics around the league! Pat and Frank hit on Edmonton's decision not to match the offer sheets made to Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg, Patrick Laine heading to Colorado, 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/fla...

Aug 20, 202428 min

How Can the Flames Use All Their Cap Space?

On this hour of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson, they open with a chat about some big hockey news in August! They discuss the Oilers trading Cody Ceci to the San Jose Sharks just a day away from deciding to match the offer sheets on Broberg and Holloway. They also discuss the Patrik Laine trade and what went into making a deal like that, and if it's a direction the Flames should head or not. Also, should the Flames have been in on Laine? (27:16) Pat and Wes continue the hour he...

Aug 19, 202442 min

The Eric Francis Hour Returns!

On this episode of Flames Talk, this time from the Rogers Charity Classic, Pat Steinberg catches up with Eric Francis to dissect the Flames and Oliver Kylington's offseason situation, the youth injection into the team, Dustin Wolf's new role and much more! (33:49) Construction has began on Scotia Place and Pat and Eric divulge on the excitement around the city as well as what to look forward to in the new barn. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests an...

Aug 17, 202447 min

It's Time for a Midsummer Mailbag!

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon head into the mailbag, to answer your questions on the upcoming Flames season! Everything from which prospects could take a big leap, where Pelletier and Coronato fit, offer sheets and other questions from the text line! (28:20) On the back half of the mailbag, can Martin Pospisil net 20 goals next year? Should the Flames explore a Rasmus Anderson trade, and more! The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are those of the host...

Aug 16, 202445 min

It's Been a Quiet Summer and That's a Good Thing!

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers divulge on the Flames offseason and the radio silence around the organization right now. Also, what does the future for Nazem Kadri look like, and if the group can reignite the power play. (24:20) Pat and Aaron wrap up the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, looking at what players stood out, and how 2026 projected first overall pick, Gavin Mckenna, did throughout the tournament. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of th...

Aug 14, 202445 min

Where Does Jakob Pelletier Fit This Season?

On this rendition of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers take a look at where Jakob Pelletier stands with the Flames as an RFA, and where he could fit into the lineup come the start of the season. Also, whether or not Matt Coronato should start his season with the Wranglers if there isn't a top-9 spot available, and Pat catches up with Adam Klapka after signing his new deal. (35:27) Heading up north, the Edmonton Oilers are in quite the predicament after having both Philip Broberg and D...

Aug 13, 202450 min

What'd We Miss While We Were Gone?

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers dissect Dustin Wolf’s new deal with the team and how the goaltending situation could look come the beginning of the 24-25 season. As well as take a look back at the offseason so far and what possibly transpired with the Oliver Kylington camp. (39:03) Two new RFA signings from the Flames; Adam Klapka and Yan Kuznetsov re-up with the club as Pat and Aaron take a look at the log jam on defence for the team and how these two can make the l...

Aug 12, 202448 min

Eric Francis Talks Zayne Parekh and More!

On Hour 2 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg, it's the Eric Francis Show! Eric joins Pat for a full hour and they open with a chat about Zayne Parekh. Pat and Eric discuss whether they would play him in the NHL this season, if they should develop him differently than in the past, his outlook for camp and the preseason, and what they think he could be on the team! (26:45) Eric and Pat wrap up the hour with a big picture chat about the Flames and the direction they're heading and the job that Craig...

Jul 13, 202448 min

Burning Offseason Questions: In Net

On Hour 1 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson, they wrap up their Burning Offseason Questions! This time, it's all things goalies. They chat about how it could go many different directions this upcoming season, if there will be a #1 goalie, if Dustin Wolf will be in the NHL all season, if Dan Vladar could be a #1 down the road, and how many starts Wolf should get next year! (28:39) Pat and Wes continue with a chat about the future for the Flames! They talk about the direction fo...

Jul 12, 202451 min

How Did the Kylington Situation Get to This Point?

On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson share their latest thoughts surrounding the Oliver Kylington situation, and dive into their thinking on what could be causing a hitch or a hold up in the contract extension conversations between Kylington's camp and the Flames. (24:03) Our Pacific Division insider, Jonathan Davis takes us for a spin around the division for the final time this season to check in on all the latest moves going on in Edmonton, Vegas, Anaheim, and much more! ...

Jul 10, 202445 min

Burning Offseason Questions: The Blueline

On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson dive into their burning questions surrounding the Calgary Flames and their blueline! The guys share their latest thoughts on if they expect to see any changes on the back end before the season starts, if they expect to see Weegar moved to his strong side, Brayden Pachal's full-time eligability, Oliver Kylington, and if Zayne Parekh could see NHL time this season! (27:04) The guys continue breaking down their burning questions, and take l...

Jul 10, 202449 min

All Things Flames Goaltending with Kevin Woodley!

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Kevin Woodley of In Goal Magazine to dive into all things goaltending! Kevin shares his thoughts on the Flames going into the season with an inexperienced NHL goaltending group, Dan Vladar's hip surgery, and all the biggest goaltending stories around the NHL! (28:23) Pat takes your texts as listeners share their thoughts on if they're comfortable with the current set of goaltenders the Flames will be taking into the 24/25 season! The views ...

Jul 10, 202442 min

Burning Offseason Questions: Forward

On Hour 2 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers, the guys open with a lookahead to next season. They start with the burning questions around the Flames including which changes could be made to the forward group, where Matt Coronato and Jakob Pelletier fit in the lineup, which young guys could crack the roster, Ryan Lomberg's role. and more! (24:29) Justin Kirkland joins Pat and Aaron to chat about signing in Calgary, why he picked the Flames, his previous experiences with the Flame...

Jul 09, 202442 min

Grading Calgary's 2024 Draft!

On hour 1 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers, the guys are joined by Chris Peters to talk about his rankings of all 32 teams from the NHL draft! They talk about why he gave the Flames an A- rating, all the picks from the Calgary Flames, and which other teams stood out from the 2024 Draft! (26:25) Pat and Aaron chat all things development camp! They talk about their general impressions, impressions of specific players, and hear from Craig Conroy after camp wrapped up! The views a...

Jul 08, 202447 min

Parekh and Gridin Sign Their First Deals!

On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat and Wes dive into their thoughts on the newest members of the Flames as Zayne Parekh, Matvei Gridin, and Etienne Morin all signed their Entry Level Contracts with Calgary! Hear from Parekh, Gridin, and GM Craig Conroy as they spoke to Wes on signing a pair of big contracts! (25:24) Calgary Flames Director of Goaltender Jordan Sigalet joins the show to bring his latest thoughts on new-Flames Devin Cooley, how is group plans to manage the trio of Cooley, Vladar, and W...

Jul 05, 202443 min

The Flames Talk Mailbag on the Draft, Free Agency, and More!

On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson open up another edition of the Flames Talk Mailbag! The guys take your burning questions on all things related to the Flames, including Oliver Kylington, the team's most recent draft class, who could move to center, Dustin Wolf, 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-...

Jul 05, 202451 min

The Intriguing Anthony Mantha Signing!

On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson dive into their thoughts on the Anthony Mantha signing in Calgary! The guys share their takes on the interesting details that a Mantha signing means for some of the young players like Matt Coronato, and what they see Mantha's role playing with the team could be! (28:35) Our goaltending analyst Kevin Woodley joins the show! Kevin stops by to share his thoughts on the new goaltending trio in Calgary, including his impressions of Devin Cool...

Jul 05, 202444 min

How is Calgary's Goalie Situation Shaping Up?

On hour 1 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson, the guys open the show with a chat about the Calgary Flames' goalie situation for next season. They discuss the 3-man group of Dustin Wolf, Dan Vladar, and Devin Cooley, how they'll fit together, how their starts will be dispersed! They also touch on what they're expecting for Dustin Wolf next season, and his potential to become the #1 guy of the future! (28:35) Jonathan Davis joins the show to take a spin around the Pacific divisio...

Jul 04, 202453 min

Reflecting on a Busy Week for the Flames!

On Hour 2 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson, the guys open with a chat about the busy past week for the Calgary Flames! They talk about the Andrew Mangiapane trade, Craig Conroy's work at the in the draft and during free agency, the cap flexibility, and any criticisms that Pat and Wes have towards the Flames moves this week. (25:40) Calgary Flames VP of Hockey Ops and Assistant General Manager joins Pat and Wes to chat about the upcoming season for the Calgary Wranglers! They ...

Jul 03, 202447 min

Frank Seravalli Reviews the Flames in Free Agency!

On Hour 1 of Flames Talk with Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson, Frank Seravalli joins Pat to chat about everything happening with the Flames and around the league! They talk about Calgary's work so far in free agency, the Oliver Kylington situation, what Craig Conroy can do with the Flames' remaining cap space. They also discuss other moves around the league, including Victor Arvidsson, Debrusk to Vancouver, Nashville's work in free agency, and more! (28:13) Calgary Flames Director of Player Dev...

Jul 03, 202451 min

EXCLUSIVE: Craig Conroy on His Free Agency Approach!

Flames General Manager Craig Conroy joined Pat Steinberg on Flames Talk to chat about a wild first day of Free Agency! They talk about the signings of Anthony Mantha, Jake Bean, Devin Cooley, and Ryan Lomberg. They also talked about the extension for Yegor Sharangovich, Oliver Kylington's situation, 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.c...

Jul 01, 202420 min

EXCLUSIVE: Devin Cooley on His Huge Opportunity in Calgary!

Devin Cooley joins Pat Steinberg on Flames Talk after signing a contract with the Calgary Flames to chat about joining the Flames, his experience in professional hockey, the opportunity in front of him, his famous quote, and more in an electric interview! 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/...

Jul 01, 202415 min

EXCLUSIVE: Anthony Mantha on Proving It With the Flames!

Anthony Mantha joins Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson on Flames Talk after signing a 1-year deal with the Calgary Flames! They chat about the opportunity in Calgary, his time in the NHL, his desire to prove himself to the league, and where he could fit in the lineup! 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/...

Jul 01, 202413 min
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