Locked On Flames - Daily Podcast On The Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames open their season against the Vancouver Canucks tonight in Vancouver. Samuell Honzek will make his NHL debut tonight on a line with Nazem Kadri and Andrei Kuzmenko. What are some key factors to watch out for tonight?  What about Connor Zary and Martin Pospisil? Will Pospisil find sustainable success at center? Jess dives into her things to watch for in the season opener and give...

The Calgary Flames start their 2024-25 campaign against the Vancouver Canucks. It's hard to believe it's been six months since they last played a regular season game. Sam Honzek looks to make his NHL debut in Vancouver. What does playing on a line with Nazem Kadri mean? Martin Pospisil is seeing some more time at centre. Is this a direction the Flames are looking to go in? Plus, Jess Belmosto shar...

Yegor Sharangovich being out on IR opened up a roster spot for Sam Honzek. Honzek makes the finalized roster ahead of the 2024-25 season opener against the Vancouver Canucks. Honzek had a standout preseason that set him apart from other youngsters like Jakob Pelletier. How did waiver claims go? Is Cole Schwindt's loss worth fretting about? Plus, Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts and expectations f...

The Calgary Flames faceoff against the Vancouver Canucks in their final preseason match. The Flames are icing a lineup that is likely the one they will be rolling with Wednesday night in Vancouver. Jakob Pelletier is noticeably missing... Can he make the NHL roster? What does this projected lineup mean for the season ahead? Plus, Jess shares her thoughts on the latest Flames being assigned to the...

Tyson Barrie inks a one year deal with the Calgary Flames. Barrie looks to beef up the PK and make up for what the Flames lost in Hanifin and Tanev. Could this be an opportunity for the Flames to flip him at the deadline and add more draft picks? Plus, Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on the tough loss against the Winnipeg Jets. There's no reason to start doubting Dustin Wolf or his abilities. Lo...

There are two preseason games remaining for the Calgary Flames and there are still plenty of questions to be answered. The Flames bring a mainly AHL heavy roster to play against the Winnipeg Jets NHL heavy roster. Was this a smart move to make? Can Jakob Pelletier finally make the impression he needs to to stick with the Flames? Will the Calgary Flames expose him to waivers? Could a fresh start be...

There are only two preseason games left before the Calgary Flames kick off the 2024-25 regular season. The time is running out for the Flames to find the answer to their questions. Is it worth giving Sam Honzek a shot in the NHL? Does Matt Coronato play the full season with the Flames or do we see him bounce between the Flames and Wranglers? Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on the Flames commitme...

Dustin Wolf should be a full time NHL goaltender. The time is right for him to make the jump after excelling at all ever levels. How do the Calgary Flames go about organizing a tandem? Do they lean on inexperienced Devin Cooley or Dan Vladar who has never had a full time workload? There are so many options here but there is a right one.      Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Gametime Download...

Do the Seattle Kraken, Calgary Flames, Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks have any hope at all to make it back to the playoffs in 2024-25? In this Locked On NHL Season Preview Round Table, JD Young (Locked On Sharks), Erica L. Ayala (Locked On Kraken), Jess Belmosto (Locked On Flames) and Jason Hernandez (Locked On Ducks) set the table for the Pacific’s playoff hopefuls ahead of the new season. How...

Zayne Parekh offered a lot of insight to his experience at Calgary Flames training camp. He vows to make a stronger effort with come back with a vengeance. What did he learn from skating with players like Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazek Kadri? Sam Honzek has left us speechless after flipping a switch and having a camp like no one expected. What does this mean for players like Jakob Pelletier and Matt...

Sam Honzek has dusted off all that rust and is showing the Calgary Flames what he's made of. Honzek has tallied 6 points in 3 games. Could he be the Calgary Wranglers best player? Is Matt Coronato going to be missing time? He did not play any of the third period against the Vancouver Canucks and Ryan Huska followed it up with a maitenaince day on Thursday. Jakob Pelletier has not shined the way ma...

The Calgary Flames have spent the last two years toying with the idea of taking a step back and rebuilding. First time general manager Craig Conroy took on the tall task of trading away stars like Noah Hanifin, Chris Tanev and Jacob Markstrom. Business is business. James Johnson of The Win Column joins the show to examine the offseason and break down just what might be ahead for the Calgary Flames...

As camp continues, the Calgary Flames roster is thinning out. We are starting to see interesting combinations and decisions that might limit the number of new faces. Why isn't Connor Zary being used as a center and is Martin Pospisil capable of carrying that workload? How are the goaltenders shaping up? Dustin Wolf is looking to be a shoe in but Devin Cooley is putting up a real fight.   Support U...

Matt Coronato has proven that his offseason training has paid off. His multipoint apperances and improved skating may be enough to crack the Calgary Flames top nine. Plus, who are the Flames that might be going to their respective homes before making the jump to the AHL or NHL club?    Matt Coronato Shines in Calgary Flames Preseason https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg   Suppo...

Dustin Wolf is fighting to be the Calgary Flames starting goaltender. The expectations are high for the rookie goaltender but is it fair to assume all of this responsibility when he hasn't had a true NHL mentor? Maya Smith from The Ice Garden joins the show to chat about the history of the revolving goaltending position.    The Flames haven't had a franchise goalie since Mikka Kiprusoff. What kind...

The Calgary Flames are not expected to be a great team. Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts and predictions ahead of the 2024-25 season. They have young players like Dustin Wolf ready to have a breakout year and make a name for themselves. Matt Coronato and Jakob Pelletier may have a healthy rivalry fighting for a roster spot. Plus where does Jess think Jonathan Huberdeau finish with points?  Martin...

The Calgary Flames are ready to take on the season. It's a new season, fresh start and clean slate for the Flames to tackle these 82 games. Young players like Dustin Wolf, Matt Coronato and Jakob Pelletier have something to prove. Jess Belmosto also shares her thoughts on the importance of this leadership group and how they will mold this never generation of Flames. Jonathan Huberdeau is the main...

The NHL preseason is here and Mackenzie Weegar has something to say. He is determined to bring a championship back to Calgary. He doesn't want to go anywhere. Just what does a successful season look like for the Flames? Is Dustin Wolf going to have a standout rookie year? Is it realistic to expect more from Connor Zary and Martin Pospisil? Plus Cole Schwindt and Ilya Solovyov have re-signed with t...

The Calgary Flames had a quiet offseason transaction wise. Jacob Markstrom and Andrew Mangiapane found new homes and the Flames hit it out of the park at the draft. New faces like Sam Morton, Zayne Parekh and Hunter Brzustewicz hope to make a great first impression. What is at stake for players like Dustin Wolf and Connor Zary?    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  Gametime Download the Gamet...

the Calgary Flames youngsters are back on the ice at the Young Stars Classic. Players like Sam Morton, Zayne Parekh and Sam Honzek hit the ice in BC to play against fellow youngsters looking to crack an NHL roster. Sam Morton shined like the bright future ahead of him. Can Zayne Parekh control his flashiness and focus on refining his skill set? Plus, Jess shares her thoughts on Sam Honzek's weeken...

The Calgary Flames have signed RFA Jakob Pelletier to a one year two-way deal. Pelletier missed a majority of last season due to a shoulder injury. He has to prove that he is ready for the NHL or this might be his last shot with the Calgary Flames. What are the expectations for Peltletier and can he meet them? Is there a chance he plays up in the line up? Could we see another Martin Pospisil situa...

Today Jess Belmosto opens the show reflecting on the Gaudreau memorial service and the beautiful eulogies from Meredith and Madeline Gaudreau. Jess shares her thoughts on where things stand and how she is dedicating this season to the Gaudreau brothers. Jess shares her thoughts and opinions on Craig Conroy's approach and accomplishments this offseason.  Did Craig Conroy Get the Calgary Flames To D...

It's been over a week since the world tragically lost hockey icon Johnny Gaudreau and his younger brother Matthew. Johnny left an impact across the NHL and all levels of hockey. Today, Kat Whetstone joins the show to discuss her experience as a Columbus Blue Jackets fan & what it meant for Gaudreau to sign there.    Johnny Gaudreau and his long lasting legacy ft. Kat Whetstone https://www.youtube....

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames hosted candle light vigils in their respective cities. Both teams came together to honor the lives of Johnny and Matty. Teammates like Mikael Backlund and Erik Gudbrason shared their memories and put Johnny's impact into perspective.    Matthew and Johnny Gaudreau Honored in Columbus and Calgary https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg  ...

Calgary Flames fans have come together to honor and commemorate the lives of Johnny and Matty Gaudreau. Fans have flooded the Saddledome steps with purple gatorade, skittles and sidewalk chalk messages. The city of Calgary and Columbus have come together to grieve the lives of Johnny and Matthew. Teammates like Rasmus Andersson, Matthew Tkachuk and Adam Fantilli shared posts and memories over the...