Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild), David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) and Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) are here to talk about why the playoffs are lasting so long, how to fix that, whether the NHL will finally close the LTIR loophole some teams have been using, and what to make of the early Olympics roster announcements! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch...
Jun 19, 2025•34 min•Ep. 1056
Could the Calgary Flames be interested in trading Rasmus Andersson ahead of the NHL Draft? The Flames could absolutely use the draft capital especially if a team like the Buffalo Sabres is offering up their 2025 first round pick. Craig Conroy shared that he is not interested in building through free agency but will still be in touch with UFAs. Jessica Belmosto shares her thoughts on what is at stake is the Flames go contract happy during the offseason. Plus, if this season doesn't go as planned ...
Jun 18, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1055
The Calgary Flames overacheived this season, but there are a number of players that did not live up to expectations. Rasmus Andersson experienced an injury toward the endof the season that was the icing on top of the cake. He finished a franchise worst -38 on the season. Andersson's lack of confidence has been an issue since his accident in Detroit. Yegor Sharangovich signed a five year contract extension after one season in Calgary. He fell short and was very inconsistent all season long. Marti...
Jun 18, 2025•27 min•Ep. 1054
Brad Marchand, Aaron Ekblad and Mitch Marner are three big names hitting the market this summer. Marchand is likely going to the top bidder and the Flames have enough cap space to throw their hat in the ring. Do any names on the market like Matt Duchene or Patrick Kane fit the bill for what the Calgary Flames are looking for? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $2...
Jun 17, 2025•25 min•Ep. 1053
The NHL Draft is just two weeks ago and the Calgary Flames have TWO first round draft picks. The team is in the middle of a rebuild and have a desperate need for scoring. Could the Flames take a player like Braeden Cootes or Ben Kindel at 18th overall? Ultimately, any pick they take makes a direct impact on their future. How do the Flames move forward in their rebuild? Can they really do anything if they aren't willing to trade players like Rasmus Andersson, Blake Coleman or Nazem Kadri? Support...
Jun 14, 2025•28 min•Ep. 1052
Adam Klapka's recent contract extension leaves just three RFAs remaining. Kevin Bahl, Morgan Frost and Connor Zary are all in need of contracts. Just how do the stack up against their peers? Bahl has improved leaps and bounds since leaving New Jersey. His time with the Calgary Flames has proved to be what he needed. Morgan Frost's clean slate in Calgary has been a bit rocky but with a little bit of time and trust, it'll smooth out. Does Frost have a fair comparable on the market? Do Connor Zary'...
Jun 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1051
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) and Tom Callahan (Locked On Mammoth) are here to talk about how the Panthers are outclassing the Oilers, as well as the coaching drama happening in Dallas! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get snackin' and get crackin' with the s...
Jun 12, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1050
The Calgary Flames have signed RFA Adam Klapka to a two year prove it to me deal. The forward emerged as a budding depth forward. What are the expectations for the 6 foot 8 forward ahead of this next season. Can we expect him to be a top line forward or should we temper those expectations? Plus, Jess doesn't hold back as she shares her thoughts on Lane Hutson winning the Calder Trophy over Dustin Wolf.
Jun 11, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1049
The Calgary Flames still have a bit of room to go before they are ready to contend for the Stanley Cup. General Manager Craig Conroy has had his work cut out for him. He traded players like Elias Lindholm and Jacob Markstrom. Now, he has the foundation for a good future but there are still plenty of moves to be made. Can he cash in on the centre market by trading Nazem Kadri? What would offer sheeting Mavrik Bourque look like? Does Rasmus Andersson have a long term future in Calgary? What about ...
Jun 10, 2025•28 min•Ep. 1048
The Calgary Flames aren't expected to have a busy offseason but do have a few decisions to make. Dan Vladar is expected to hit the open market. He has played 100 games as an NHL goaltender after the Calgary Flames gave him a shot at the NHL. Will the Flames have to find another backup goalie for Dustin Wolf or will they call up Devin Cooley? Plus, who else is expected to hit the market? Joel Hanley and Kevin Rooney are very likely walking. Hanley has never had more leverage as a UFA. Where do th...
Jun 06, 2025•25 min•Ep. 1047
The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers are built different. They have the elite skills and scoring it takes to win. Connor McDavid and Sam Reinhart bring a consistent level of scoring that the Calgary Flames wish to have. What do these two teams have the Calgary Flames have or may be able to get their hands on. Nazem Kadri can't be the only 30+ goal scorer if you want to win. How do you get your defense back to where it was for that 2021-22 season?
Jun 06, 2025•27 min•Ep. 1046
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and David Morassutti (Locked On Leafs) are here to talk about the Stanley Cup Final beginning and where Mitch Marner is going to go in free agency, as well as some other key free agents! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year. Wonderful Pistachios Get sna...
Jun 05, 2025•31 min•Ep. 1045
Today on Locked On Flames, Jessica Belmosto is joined my The Win Column's James Johnson where she picks his brain about the Calgary Flames current situation. Johnson was one of the first people to suggest trading Jacob Markstrom and has been pretty spot on with other decision making. Do we have the next Flames GM here? The duo also talk about the Flames having far too many middle six fowards. Are they going to make room by trading someone like Blake Coleman? JJ explores the Flames options ahead ...
Jun 04, 2025•38 min•Ep. 1044
The PWHL is currently expanding to Vancouver and Seattle. This has left dozens of hockey players exposed and teams are set to be dismantled. We know that the NHL is always thinking about expansion. So in the spirit of expansion drafts, what would the Calgary Flames do? Outside of the obvious with Dustin Wolf, just who would the Calgary Flames protect? When most of your team is under some sort of No Movement Clause, you really don't have to worry too much. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! M...
Jun 04, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1043
Are Nazem Kadri, Jonathan Huberdeau and Dustin Wolf the real reasons the Flames had an unexpected season? The Flames nearly made the playoffs and it was a team effort but who would need to step up to lock in a playoff spot next year? Are the Calgary Flames ready to trade a player like Rasmus Andersson and make a splash at the draft? Just what would it take for the Flames to move up especially if they're moving a top pairing dman like Rasmus Andersson? The Flames have plenty of cap space to make ...
Jun 02, 2025•28 min•Ep. 1042
The Calgary Flames have been linked to another young player on the trade market. Bowen Byram has reportedly requested a trade out of Buffalo. With the Flames exploring a Rasmus Andersson trade, a shuffle on the blueline could do the Flames some good. Just who is Byram and what makes him an attractive target for the Flames and their long term plan? Plus, the Calgary Flames have added Trent Cull behind the bench. Is he being groomed to take over for Ryan Huska? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsor...
May 30, 2025•27 min•Ep. 1041
The Calgary Flames are on the hunt for some more young talent and Marco Rossi may be at the top of this list. The Minnesota Wild appear to be interested in moving on from the 23 year old centre but there doesn't seem to be an obvious reason. Is it size? It's certainly not skill. What is it? Either way, the Flames should be all over this. Jessica Belmosto shares her thoughts on the asking price as well as what Rossi reportedly wants. Jessica also dives into how the Flames can take advantage of th...
May 30, 2025•27 min•Ep. 1040
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings) and Zach Martin (Locked On Hurricanes) are here to talk about what really matters in the playoffs: goaltending. Also, we discuss how to improve the regular season AND the playoff format, before swinging back to the playoffs to talk about the importance of physical players like Sam Bennett in the postseason! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finan...
May 29, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1039
Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost were traded to the Calgary Flames midseason. Both were due for a change of scenery after their time with the Philadelphia Flyers did not pan out. The Flames were excited to add the two forwards as a reward for the group's hard work. The two took a little bit of time to settle in and both know they have more to show and prove. What does Frost's next contract look like and can Farabee bounce back to a 50 point player? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Mon...
May 28, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1038
The Calgary Flames are going to have to make some decisions this summer. Are they going to trade Rasmus Andersson before the season or by the deadline? What happens if the Flames make minimal moves and bring everyone back? Is there a world where Jonathan Huberdeau repeats his 28 goal campaign? Can you count on him and Nazem Kadri to carry your offense while Dustin Wolf carries your defense? Jessica Belmosto discusses running it back with the same roster or exploring replacements. Could the Flame...
May 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1037
There are quite a few logjams within the Calgary Flames organization, left wing being one of them. Jonathan Huberdeau, Yegor Sharangovich and Joel Farabee are locked up long-term. They still need to figure out what direction they want Connor Zary to be in- centre or winger. How do they move forward with Martin Pospisil as well? Can they move forward with Sam Honzek or is his injury history going to derail his NHL career?What about Andrew Basha? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Mone...
May 26, 2025•25 min•Ep. 1036
The Calgary Flames announced Craig Conroy as their new General Manager on May 22 2023. He was walking into a mess that was not going to be fixed in one or two offseasons. It was going to be a work in progress. The first time general manager had a tall task ahead of him. Elias Lindholm, Chris Tanev and Noah Hanifin all needed to be traded after Nikita Zadorov forced his way out. The Lindholm return may go down as Conroy's greatest acquisition. How else has he done? Did signing Jake Bean do anythi...
May 23, 2025•28 min•Ep. 1035
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Eddie Garcia (Locked On Kings), Haley Taylor Simon (Locked On Blues), Ann Kimmel (Locked On Preds) and Seth Toupal (Locked On Wild) are here to check in on the start of the conference finals, talk through each team’s changes, make some predictions on the Stanley Cup Final, dissect the latest playoff disappointment from the Toronto Maple Leafs, and check in on the teams that still need a coach. Support Us By Supporti...
May 22, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1034
The Calgary Flames are still in a transitional period and are working toward building a true Stanley Cup contender. The Flames are not looking to make premature moves like signing Sam Bennett or Nikolaj Ehlers to long terms deal. There is no sense in locking up more 27+ year old in long term deals. You have enough of those already. The Flames must be careful in free agency and when re-signing their RFAs. The decisions they make now will impact the team that is on the ice when Scotia Place opens....
May 21, 2025•25 min•Ep. 1033
All signs point to Mitch Marner hitting the open market. Marner has spent his entire career with the Toronto Maple Leafs and just hasn't found that success players chase. Is there a world where the Calgary Flames and Nazem Kadri try to recruit Marner to the work in progress that is the Flames? Would signing Marner be a premature blockbuster move that does more harm than good with their rebuild? Does signing another 28 year old forward put the Flames back where they were with the Jonathan Huberde...
May 21, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1032
The Calgary Flames are working toward building a better team. It is a work in progress and it takes time to build back better. Can the Flames manage to learn from this past season and move forward? Will Craig Conroy try to make big splashes in free agency? The Flames did everything they could to silence the doubters and keep this rebuild on track? Players like Dustin Wolf and Nazem Kadri keep pushing this forward but how can the Flames avoid premature decision making? Support Us By Supporting Ou...
May 20, 2025•22 min•Ep. 1031
The Calgary Flames could spend all the cap space they want and still not be able to ice a truly competitive team. There is so much room for this young team to grow. Whether it be forward progress from young players like Dustin Wolf, Connor Zary and Zayne Parekh or consistent production from veterans, there is still so much work to be done. Today Jessica Belmosto breaks down her reminders for the Flames locker room as they get ready for another season. The offseason isn't meant for splashes in fr...
May 17, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1030
Rasmus Andersson and Nazem Kadri are two Calgary Flames players who consistently show up in trade rumors. Today, Jessica Belmosto goes through some trade proposals and gives them the stamp of approval or disconnects the phone line. Mason McTavish, Kirby Dach and Mavrik Bourque may be on their way to the Calgary Flames in Jess' second to last day as the Flames GM. Could any of this happen in real life? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch...
May 16, 2025•25 min•Ep. 1029
Welcome to the NHL Squad Show! Today our hosts Gil Martin (Locked On Islanders), Tom Callahan (Locked on Mammoth), Kyle Kjer (Locked On Ducks) and Shukri Wrights (Locked On NHL Game Night) are here to check in on the second round of the playoffs, before talking about some of the newly hired coaches, including Joel Quenneville and Rick Tocchet! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com for 50% of...
May 15, 2025•32 min•Ep. 1028
The Calgary Flames are working on getting younger and faster and in order to do that, you have to pull some serious punches.Nazem Kadri's name has been floating around as a trade target for many teams. He is playing some of his best hockey at 33 years old. He is an elite centre that could push any contender over the edge to the next level. Kadri is part of the valued leadership group here and has expressed interest in staying with the Flames. However, could the Flames find a way to make a trade ...
May 15, 2025•25 min•Ep. 1027
