Flames Talk – Details, episodes & analysis

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers tip their hats to Dan Vladar after another clutch performance in Denver. They break down his impact on the Flames’ playoff push, his impressive numbers over the last two months, and whether Calgary should look at extending him. Has Vladar done enough to stay, and would he accept a backup role behind Dustin Wolf next season? Plus, the guys hit the text line to get fan reactions on the goaltending situation.

(23:20) Jonathan Davis, NHL Network and VSiN Sports insider, joins the show to break down the razor-thin Pacific Division race. With playoff seeding still up in the air and both Vancouver and Calgary fighting to stay in the mix, JD looks at how the final stretch of the season could shake out.

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On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers break down yet another improbable Flames comeback and what it means for their playoff push. They discuss how Monday’s win evens out the bad luck from Thursday’s loss, the latest playoff odds, and why this team refuses to let go of their postseason hopes. Plus, the guys hit the text line to get the pulse of the fanbase with just nine games left in the season.

(28:33) The Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills takes a closer look at Adam Klapka’s breakout performance and what his ceiling could be at the NHL level. The guys also debate how much the Flames should be considering Dan Vladar for starts down the stretch as the final back-to-back of the season approaches.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson are joined by Meaghan Mikkelson for a deep dive into the Flames’ four-game win streak. With three straight comeback victories, what’s stood out the most about Calgary’s push to stay in the playoff race? Plus, the crew discusses the team’s energy level heading into another brutal stretch of the schedule, including matchups against Dallas, Edmonton, and Colorado.

(20:20) The Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills debates Yegor Sharangovich’s healthy scratch as Mikael Backlund returns. Is this just a down year for Sharangovich, or is there more to it? The guys also highlight the underrated impact of Joel Hanley this season.

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Flames Talk Postgame with Pat Steinberg after a 4-1 Flames win, and Flames blockbuster trade is on demand! To kick off the show we hear immediately from the Flames PxP duo of Derek Wills, and Meaghan Mikkelson! They breakdown their thoughts on the Flames acquisition of Morgan Frost and Joel Farabee, as well as give their thoughts on the Flames win! Then we hear live from Flames GM Craig Conroy as he takes questions about the move.

(46:37) Later on, we have an exclusive chat with Flames GM Craig Conroy as he discussed how the trade came to be, the challenges of a move like this, his thoughts on the incoming and outgoing players plus much more! Lastly to close out the show we hear your great calls and texts.

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Calgary Flames general manager Craig Conroy joined Pat Steinberg for an exclusive chat after acquiring Morgan Frost and Joel Farabee from the Philadelphia Flyers. Conroy talked about the process, what Frost and Farabee bring to the Flames, moving out Andrei Kuzmenko and Jakob Pelletier, and why this trade makes sense right now.

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On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers break down Dustin Wolf’s standout season and his growing case as the Flames’ most valuable player. Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine joins the show to discuss how rare it is for a 23-year-old to perform at this level, recent goalie comparables, and Logan Thompson’s new contract in Vegas. The guys also check in on goaltending situations around the league, including Vancouver, Washington, and Detroit.

(25:11) The Flames’ top line remains in focus as Jakob Pelletier’s early success with Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri has cooled off. Andrei Kuzmenko is an option to take that spot, but is Matt Coronato the better fit? The guys also debate how the Flames should split their goaltending starts before the 4 Nations break, whether Trevor Zegras is a trade target worth considering, and if retribution is coming for Drew Helleson.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers react to encouraging news on Connor Zary’s recovery, as Ryan Huska provides an update on the forward’s progress. With the 4 Nations Face-Off break approaching, they discuss the possibility of Zary returning for the stretch drive and how his absence has impacted the team’s offense. The guys also evaluate Yegor Sharangovich’s stint at center and debate whether he’s been an effective fit in that role.

(29:35) The Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills examines Calgary’s goaltending situation as Dustin Wolf gets the start against Anaheim. They break down how many starts Wolf should get before the break and whether the Flames will seek retribution for Drew Helleson’s hit on Zary in their last meeting with the Ducks.

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On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers are joined by Flames radio analyst Meaghan Mikkelson to analyze Andrei Kuzmenko’s recent surge, the impact of Kevin Bahl’s absence, and whether a Wranglers defenseman could be recalled to bolster the blue line. She also shares her takeaways from Calgary’s matchups against elite competition and the challenges of navigating a relentless schedule.

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On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers welcome Scott Wheeler from The Athletic to break down his annual prospect rankings, where the Flames jumped to 13th overall. They discuss why Zayne Parekh stands alone at the top of Calgary’s system, how the 2024 draft class has boosted the team’s depth, and where key prospects like Matvei Gridin, Sam Honzek, and Hunter Brzustewicz rank within the organization.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers provide an update on Kevin Bahl’s injury after Ryan Huska confirmed he’s now week-to-week. They discuss what the Flames are missing without him, the potential timeline for his return, and whether Calgary should consider calling up a left-shot defenseman like Ilya Solovyov or Yan Kuznetsov. They also break down Tuesday’s 3-1 loss to Washington, highlighting the intensity between Rasmus Andersson and Tom Wilson, Adam Klapka’s physical presence, and why the game had an extra edge.

(30:22) The Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills dives into the loss to the Capitals and explores how the Flames should handle their defense corps with Bahl sidelined. Should they keep rolling with Tyson Barrie and Daniil Miromanov, or is it time to bring in some fresh legs from the Wranglers?

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