Show Notes
On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by NHL.com Deputy Managing Editor Adam Kimelman to get you set for draft week, which is now just days away. The conversation dives into the biggest intrigue points heading into Buffalo, how the top of the draft could shake out, and why San Jose going Chase Reid at number two makes sense. Kimelman also weighs in on Vancouver’s potential decision between Caleb Malhotra and Ivar Stenberg, the narrowing gap at the top of the class, and why Carson Carels is a strong fit for the Flames at sixth overall, along with a few other intriguing names to watch.
(29:17) Pat and Logan react to the Carolina Hurricanes capturing the Stanley Cup with a series win over Vegas. The guys share their takeaways from the Final, discuss Freddie Andersen’s incredible run, debate the Conn Smythe choice, and look at what Carolina’s championship says about roster construction — including the value of smaller centres — before wrapping with a few offseason predictions.
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On Hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Calgary Flames Director of Player Development Ray Edwards to discuss the team's development camp and the work being done with the organization's top prospects. Edwards shares what camp looked like beyond the on-ice sessions, highlighting the off-ice learning opportunities and development programs designed to help players prepare for life as professionals. He also explains how the older prospects helped mentor the newest draft picks throughout the week and discusses his experience working with Carson Carrels during camp. Edwards wraps up by talking about Jonathan Castagna, outlining what he has liked from the young forward's game and what expectations could be for him as he looks to push for an NHL roster spot this season!
On hour one of Flames Talk, Calgary Flames General Manager Craig Conroy joins Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon following the team's five-year extension for Simon Nemec. Conroy discusses the organization's desire to get a deal done with the young defenceman and explains why both sides ultimately landed on a five-year term instead of a longer six- or seven-year contract. He also provides an update on Jonathan Huberdeau's recovery from injury and shares his thoughts on the progress the veteran forward has made during the offseason. To wrap up the conversation, Conroy outlines his expectations for the remainder of the summer and what still could be on the horizon for the Flames before training camp!
On hour two of Flames Talk, it is time for the Friday Summer Mailbag! With the offseason well underway, the text line is buzzing with questions about Calgary’s 2026 NHL Draft Class. Pat and Logan spend the hour tackling your questions on potential offer sheets, decisions on veteran players, the future of trade protection on future player signings, and what the future could look like for the Flames.
On hour one of Flames Talk, it's another edition of the Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis break down the massive news of the Calgary Flames trading away Blake Coleman and Oli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild! The guys share their thoughts on the trade return, why the timing was right for Craig Conroy's long-term rebuild timeline, and how newly acquired defenseman Jacob Middleton is poised to become an instant fan favorite in Calgary.
On this edition of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon react to the Flames trading Blake Coleman and Olli Maatta to the Minnesota Wild for defenseman Jake Middleton and three draft picks. The guys breakdown the pieces of the trade, while discussing why it was the right time to make this move and what opportunities are now open for young players who are ready to make the jump to the NHL.