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In Episode 108 of the Flames Fancast, we look at individual player performances. We chat about goaltending, our prospects getting a solid look on the blue line, Rasmus Andersson and his possible final few weeks with the Flames, and what we should do with our offensive units. We spend some time looking at the fowards and what we should do before the deadline. Thanks so much for tuning in!

Episode 107 of the Flames Fancast! Breaking down the ups and downs and all the ways of the Calgary Flames. We look at both on and off ice factors that are going to impact the future of the team. Dear listener, we love you. Thanks so much for tuning in.

In Episode 106 of the Flames Fancast, we dissect the last month, and assess the progress of the squad. We dive into Andersson and his poor play, how this impacts his value, what the Flames should look at doing going into December, how our goaltending tandem is standing up, and how we can look to generate chances on offensive with players who lack the requisite skill. As always, thanks a million fo...

In Episode 105 of the Flames Fancast, we are back after a long hiatus. We analyze the first 5 games of the season, address our 1-4 start, chat about Wolf's struggles and how the team plays in front of him, look at roster moves made by the Flames, give our thoughts on the direction the club will go this season, and predict a few metrics to see how the season will pan out. We're sorry we've been awa...

We're back! After a long break, we dive into Episode 104. We chat about the trade deadline that really came and went for the Flames, how the roster is looking with the additions of Farabee and Frost, some player struggles and highlights, the gauntlet run of 6 away games out east, and get into our chances of success (however you view success this season) in the home stretch. Thanks a million for li...

In Episode 103 of the Flames Fancast, we chat about overall performance at the midway point of the year. We look at the performances of Vladar and Wolf, focus in some struggles to score goals, look at some disappointing performances from the front end, chat about line chemistry and the integration of numerous prospects, address some good performances from the blueline, and discuss what the second...

In Episode 102 of the Flames Fancast, we break down the first month of hockey action for the Calgary Flames. We look at the individual performances of Huberdau, Bahl, and Coronato, do a deep dive in the identity and character of this team, explore our struggles on the powerplay, look at the goaltending tandem and how they've done well so far, and so much more in Episode 102. As always, thanks for...

In Episode 101 of Flames Fancast, we preview the season to be (we actually recorded a week ago, but the technology let us down!) and chat about the first few games. We discuss the departure of Markstrom and Mangiapane, the additions of Mantha and plenty of boys on the back line, chat about our forward lines and composition, depth - kind of? - at D, and how many points we think we'll get in the sea...

In Episode 100 of the Flames Fancast, we ever so briefly celebrate a milestone! YAHOO!!! We look at the haul of players the Flames got in the 2024 NHL Draft, chat about missing out on Iginla, consider what the future could look like for some of our top options, talk about the Markstrom and Mangiapane trades, and look ahead to what we'll do in free agency. Be sure to check out Episode 101 for conte...

In Episode 99 of the Flames Fancast, we but a bow on the season. We assess individual performances, who over and under achieved, how we dropped off towards the end, and look ahead towards the draft and free agency. Thanks for tuning in! We appreciate you.

In Episode 98 of the Flames Fancast, we look back at the trade deadline and the up and down run the Flames have had since. We assess the return for both Tanev and Hanafin, chat about how our D core is meshing, unpack the Markstrom situation and how the goaltending trio shakes out for the flames, look at Conroy's big opportunity to build a roster, and generally chat about what the rest of the seaso...

In Episode 97 of the Flames Fancast, we look back at a busy two weeks. We assess the impacts of the Lindholm trade, look at how Kuzmenko is performing in the team and how this deal has reinvigorated some players, we discuss possible moves for Tanev and Markstrom, as well as a possible new deal or trade for Hanafin, we talk about players and their desire for a legacy, address the four-game win stre...

In Episode 96 of the Flames Fancast, we delve into a very busy three weeks. We address our midseason form, grade our performances to date, talk about potential trade rumours and how we should approach the deadline, wonder why Coronato is underable to stay in the big league, and look at the indefinite leave of Dillon Dube. All this and more in Episode 96 of the Flames Fancast. Thanks as always for...

In Episode 95 of the Flames Fancast, we return after a 2 month hiatus. We dive into the months that were, analyze the progress of the team, chat about the plethora of call ups that have been given chances this season, look at some standout performances from young players, assess what in the damn hell we can possible do with Huberdeau, and chat about the direction of the team heading into February...

In Episode 94 of the Flames Fancast, we break down the "putrid" start to the season. 8 games in and things are not looking great. We discuss the impact of coaching, offensive failures, Markstrom's performances, the Rasmus Andersson hit, Hanafin's potential new deal, and the upcoming Heritage Classic and how it might serve as a springboard to new hope for our season. As always, we appreciate you tu...

In Episode 93 of the Flames Fancast, we preview the 2023/24 season. We look at the options in goal, what to do with Wolf, how our defence will line up, expectations for our blue, potential forwards combinations, who needs to have a bounce back season (pretty much everyone), a few odd ball preseason predictions, and how to deal with Lindholm's expiring contract. As always, thanks for listening!!! G...

In Episode 92 of the Flames Fancast, we delve into everything we've missed since April 2023. We touch on Tre and Sutter leaving the organization, and assess the strengths and abilities of their replacements. We question the depth of the search for both head coach and GM, look at our players with only a year left, discuss what to do with players who want out of the club, chat about the Taffoli trad...

In Episode 91 of the Flames Fancast, we put a lid on what can only be described as a disappointing season. We assign the blame (of which there is a lot), give our verdict on the playoff push, chat about season ending press conferences, discuss the departure of Tre and who could possibly be coming in, analyze the Sutter factor, and ultimately, circle back many times to how we should move forward. I...

In Episode 90 of the Flames Fancast, we return after some serious time off! We assess the overall state of the Flames, consider our playoff chances, chat about recent performances against strong and weaker teams, discuss Sutter's press conference responses (both good and bad), try to figure out how we can score more goals, attempt to dissect the most recent goaltending dynamic, and finally, give o...

In Episode 89 of the Flames Fancast, we assess the team's performance midway through the season. We give an overall letter grade, look at the goaltending, defensive, and offensive situations, talk about best performers, underachievers, and unsung heroes, assess the contractual situation of our general manager, and provide general discussion and analysis of the season so far. We also do a bit of an...

In Episode 88 of the Flames Fancast, we really go deep on player performances through the first 25 games of the season. We discuss Huberdeau at length, touch on the goaltending situation, analyze Weegar's play and the evolution of our defence corps, talk about Sutter's impact on the team, and discuss how much talent is actually NHL ready in the farm. As always, we love your listens, and thanks so...

In Episode 87 of the Flames Fancast, we assess the 6 game road trip and identify some key takeaways. We look at the last impacts of this summer's trade on Huberdeau and Weegar, wonder which of our defensemen will make the jump the the next level, assess comments made by Sutter and Markstrom, and provide you with all the usual Flames banter that you love. All this and more in Episode 87. Thanks as...

In Episode 86 of the Flames Fancast, we look back on an absolutely brutal losing streak. We discuss the goaltending situation and Markstrom's poor play, look at team chemistry, line combos, and juggling, assess our poor puck management of late, and consider the impact of Sutter's media comments and how they have affected the team. As always, thanks a million for listening. We appreciate you! Enjoy...

In Episode 85 of the Flames Fancast, we dive into the first five games of the season. We chat about the bright start of Rasmus, look at the worrying -8 overall stat, discuss Markstrom and Vladar, talk special teams, and address out ability to fight back and win one goal games. As always, thanks so much for listening!