If there's anyone that's seen it all in Calgary, it is Mikael Backlund. He learned all about leadership from former Captain, Mark Giordano and teammate Sean Monahan. Backlund was going toe to toe with Darryl Sutter and did not budge. He is heavily involved with the local community and rarely ever misses a Calgary Flames community event. Players have spoken and they want a captain. Name him Captain. Plus, if Backs gets promoted to Captain, there will be a shift in the leadership group. Who do you consider the Alternate Captains? Chris Tanev has been named one for the last several seasons. Is Mackenzie Weegar another commanding voice in the locker room? Can we just give Huberdeau a second to catch his breath and get settled? Are we allowed to cut him some slack? Can Nazem Kadri rise to the occasion as well? Plus, we wrap up the show with how the organization can work on building back trust and confidence with their returning players. Rome wasn't built in a day but you have to start somewhere.

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