On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler with the NHL Draft just a month away. How is draft prep shaping up, and how much higher is the hype meter on Zayne Parekh since Scott’s midseason rankings? He had the Flames’ prospect pool ranked 13th in January—has that stock gone up? The guys dig into optimism surrounding Samuel Honzek, ask which other Flames prospects made a leap in the second half, and look at potential centre options at picks 18 and 29–32. Plus, Scott breaks down some WHL and USHL names Flames fans should get to know: Cole Reschny, Ben Kindel, Braeden Cootes, Ivan Ryabkin, and Jack Nesbitt.

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Meaghan Mikkelson, the Calgary Flames’ colour voice, to dive into some of the team’s most intriguing storylines. How excited should Flames fans be for Zayne Parekh after his Game 82 debut, and who might be the best fit alongside him on the blue line next season? Plus, how has Nazem Kadri managed to keep elevating his game deep into his 30s? The crew also discusses what a quieter free agency might mean for Calgary and why opening spots for young players could be the right move.

(23:08) Later, Pat and Logan bounce around the hockey world with updates and thoughts on Game 4 of the Western Conference Final, Carolina’s gutsy playoff fight, and Russia’s Olympic status—with France stepping in to take their place.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dig into why a trade might be the more realistic path for the Flames to address key needs this offseason—especially at centre. With Frank Seravalli’s latest top 20 trade targets list as the backdrop, Pat zeroes in on Marco Rossi as a name that makes a lot of sense for Calgary, while also entertaining the idea of Bowen Byram on the back end, though centre remains the clear priority. The guys toss around a few other names, and your texts roll in on who you’d like to see the Flames target.

(24:00) Plus, Brent Krahn joins the show to drop some wisdom in a rare visit, breaking down Game 4 of the Western Conference Final, sharing his goalie takes on Stuart Skinner and Jake Oettinger, and adding a little Flames Alumni Krahnicles flavour to close things out.

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon look ahead to NHL free agency and why it might be a quieter summer than expected for the Calgary Flames. Despite having cap space, Pat explains why the team might steer away from smaller, depth signings like last year’s additions of Mantha, Lomberg, and Bean—opting instead to leave room for young players like Kuznetsov, Brzustewicz, Parekh, and Suniev to compete for roster spots at camp. We also hear from Craig Conroy on the team’s free agency mindset, including thoughts on smart additions and the pursuit of true impact players. Could names like Mitch Marner, Sam Bennett, or even Aaron Ekblad be on Calgary’s radar?

(27:21) Later, Tom Gazzola from Edmonton Sports Talk joins the show to break down the Oilers’ 2-1 series lead on the Stars in the Western Conference Final. The guys dive into Edmonton’s bounce-back after a rough Game 1, Stuart Skinner’s return to form, what Mattias Ekholm’s return could mean, and how Evander Kane continues to be a factor.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Frank Seravalli to dig into the Flames’ future. Are they primed to take a step forward or are things trending the other way? Frank also weighs in on the Oilers-Stars series, Florida’s dominance, Brendan Shanahan's exit in Toronto, and why Jeff Blashill landed in Chicago. Updates on the open coaching jobs in Boston, Seattle, and Pittsburgh round out the chat.

(24:32) Plus, Pat and Logan Gordon dive into the Conference Final storylines, including whether we’re heading toward a rematch of last year’s Stanley Cup Final. Florida can punch their ticket Monday night, and Edmonton has grabbed momentum with back-to-back wins to go up 2-1 on Dallas. The guys break down Stuart Skinner’s bounce-back, the Oilers’ resilience, and whether the Stars are running out of runway. Pat and Logan also touch on Carolina’s playoff wall, the Morin vs. Basha matchup at the Memorial Cup, and Team USA’s gold medal moment at Worlds—with a pretty awesome nod to Johnny Gaudreau.

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On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we've got a chat with former Flames forward Ron Stern! Listen in as Ron chats with fellow Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson to look back at his time in Calgary in the 1990's! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Ron also talks about being a tough guy, his hockey upbringing, and a whole lot more!

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On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s the Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric for a full breakdown of how aggressive the Flames could be this summer. The guys dig into all the options on the table—trades, offer sheets, and free agency—and whether names like Mitch Marner or Sam Bennett could be realistic targets. Plus, how much roster space should be saved for young players pushing for NHL jobs?

(26:31) Later, Pat and Eric shift focus to the playoffs and the Cup chase in Dallas. Jim Nill’s track record earns him a GM of the Year nod, but is this finally the Stars’ year? They also talk Oilers, Edmonton’s playoff window, and what kind of deal Leon Draisaitl could be looking at in 2025.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into a big-picture question: who’s truly untouchable on the Flames roster and in the system? With Calgary eyeing upgrades down the middle and a potential move this summer, Pat lays out his shortlist including Dustin Wolf, Zayne Parekh, and a very valuable 2026 first-round pick. The Textline lights up with your takes on who makes the cut.

(31:15) Later, Pat and Logan look ahead to what could be a must-watch Wranglers season in 2025-26. After hearing from assistant GM Brad Pascall earlier in the week, the guys spotlight Morin, Basha, Misa, and Suniev—prospects who could make the jump to pro hockey next year. Morin, in particular, has Pat’s attention as a young left-shot D with big upside.

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On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan are joined by the one and only Adnan Virk from Amazon Prime's Monday Night Hockey and the NHL Unscripted podcast. Virk dishes on his up-close impressions of the Flames during the season, what stood out in his sitdowns with Nazem Kadri and MacKenzie Weegar, and how Calgary stacks up in terms of identity and direction. The boys also hit on the Conference Finals—Florida’s edge in the East, Dallas’ wild Game 1 comeback in the West—and the end of an era in Toronto as Brendan Shanahan is out. Plus, Virk catches up on Shan's latest movie review.

(22:49) Then, it’s time for some crease talk with Kevin Woodley from In Goal Magazine. He breaks down Stuart Skinner’s rough playoff outing in Dallas and whether Calvin Pickard should be in the Game 2 conversation. Woodley also unpacks Connor Hellebuyck’s disappointing postseason, gives his take on whether we’re seeing peak “Playoff Bob” from Sergei Bobrovsky, and analyzes Jake Oettinger’s steadying role in net for the Stars.

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On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon zero in on Rasmus Andersson—both as captain of Team Sweden at the World Championship and as the biggest storyline facing the Flames this summer. With just one year left on his deal, the debate is heating up: re-sign him or trade him? Pat breaks down what Andersson brings to the table, what the Flames would be giving up if they moved on, and what a potential return could even look like. The guys also weigh the short- and long-term impact of losing one of Calgary’s most trusted defensemen.

(24:26) Aaron Vickers checks in live from Sweden after a wild quarterfinal day at the Worlds—including a stunner, as Denmark eliminates Team Canada. Vickers shares insight from on-the-ground chats with Rasmus Andersson, MacKenzie Weegar, and Ryan Huska, plus thoughts on Mikael Backlund’s consistent presence, Sam Honzek’s development tournament, and encouraging flashes from Dan Vladar and Adam Klapka. He also touches on Zayne Parekh’s growth from the experience, even without game action.

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