Locked On Flames - Daily Podcast On The Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames have had a very busy summer. The NHL Draft is being considered a homerun and their free agency signings are pretty respectable. How do the Yegor Sharangovich extension and Andrew Mangiapane trade stack up against them?    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed...

The Calgary Flames have the most cap space in the NHL. Craig Conroy let everyone know he is open to taking on bad contracts. Will the Oilers make a call about Evander Kane or Cody Ceci? Does Columbus take a swing for Elvis Merzļikins?  Does Conroy mean as a third team or as the main piece? Could he snag a couple of firsts for Trouba? It makes so much sense for the Flames to take on these contracts...

The future sure is brighter in Calgary! The Flames inked three of their draft picks to entry level contracts. Zayne Parekh, Matvei Gridin and Etienne Morin each inked their 3 year deals. How exciting! Plus, Jess Belmosto shares an update on Adam Klapka and Ilya Solovyov. Is there a Dustin Wolf extension on the horizon?    Calgary Flames Sign Zayne Parekh, Matvei Gridin and Etienne Morin to Entry L...

The Calgary Flames have made some changes with their defense. With the future of Oliver Kylington still up in the air, they need to move forward securing something better than they had post trade deadline. Bringing in more experienced players will reenforce Dustin Wolf's position as well.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the...

The Calgary Flames announced Yegor Sharangovich signed a 5 year extention with a $5.5m AAV. Sharangovich revitalized his career and set a new career high with 59 points. The Calgary Flames need his offensive abilities an finishing power. How can the Flames ensure this does not end up like the Andrew Mangiapane contract?    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head...

The Calgary Flames made some moves to kick off free agency. Anthony Mantha was brought in to help re-ignite Jonathan Huberdeau. It's a low risk high reward situation. Stanley Cup Champion Ryan Lomberg signed a two year deal with the Flames. Plus, they extended Yegor Sharagovich!    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!  eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green ch...

The Calgary Flames seemed to have hit the nail on the head with the NHL Draft class. Craig Conroy swung for the fences and things are starting to look up. The Calgary Flames are still heading toward a rebuild but these young players bring a lot of hope and potential to the future. Who are the Flames targeting in free agency? Is Oliver Kylington really going to sign elsewhere? Calgary      Flames H...

Calgary Flames Draft Matvei Gridin in 2024 NHL Draft The Calgary Flames have selected Matvei Gridin with the twenty-eighth pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOFlames?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Fo...

Calgary Flames Draft Zayne Parekh in 2024 NHL Draft The Calgary Flames have selected Zayne Parekh with the ninth pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOFlames?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow on Tw...

Join host Jess Belmosto and guest Nick Zararis on this episode of Locked on Flames for a deep dive into what the Andrew Mangiapane trade to Washington means for the direction of the Calgary organization, why acquiring as many picks as possible is a good idea in the short term but might eventually become an issue and set the table for the first round of the NHL draft    Support Us By Supporting Our...

Andrew Mangiapane has officially been traded to the Washington Capitals for a 2nd round 2025 draft pick. With no salary retained, does that mean the Calgary Flames are a little more aggressive with free agency? The Flames are moving along in their rebuild and doing what has to be done.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the gr...

Jeff Skinner is reportedly being bought out by the Buffalo Sabres. Would it be a smart move to bring in the veteran forward on a low risk high reward contract? Why is it a bad idea? Isn't it time for the kids to break the lineup? Plus Jess Belmosto shares her thoughts on the Fanatics jersey reveal.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look...

The Calgary Flames continue down the road of rebuilding or retooling. Before they enter free agency and the NHL Draft, we assess the biggest weaknesses within the current Calgary Flames gameplay. Are there any quick fixes that make sense for the Flames so they don't hit rock bottom?     The Calgary Flames continue down the road of rebuilding or retooling. Before they enter free agency and the NHL...

The Stanley Cup will be awarded to either the Edmonton Oilers or Florida Panthers tonight. Calgary Flames fans have multiple reasons to be displeased with either outcome. Will you be rooting for Matthew Tkachuk or for Connor McDavid to cement another piece of his legacy in NHL history?  Does a Florida Panthers or Edmonton Oilers Win Hurt More? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-V...

The Calgary Flames have made it clear they're not afraid or going to hesitate moving players. Today Jess Belmosto breaks down two possible trade candidates that could get the Flames a nice return. Rasmus Andersson would instantly make any team better. He has a modifeid no trade clause but there are plenty of teams outside of those six teams that could certainly benefit from a top pairing dman. Doe...

Jacob Markstrom is officially a New Jersey Devil. The Flames retain 30% of his salary and acquire defenseman Kevin Bahl and a first round pick. The Calgary Flames can officially move forward in this transition period. Are they ready to accept that this is a rebuild?  Jacob Markstrom TRADED to New Jersey Devils https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg      Support Us By Supporting O...

According to Craig Conroy, Jacob Markstrom has not requested a trade. There's no rush to move the goaltender but could it still happen ahead of the 2024 NHL Draft? Conroy talks about his draft plans for Tig Iginla as well as those who like to talk... Craig  Conroy Offers Insight on Jacob Markstrom & NHL Draft  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSceDAGvzezmR5Fyo_a-VEg   Support Us By Supporting Our...

We all know how important intangibles like leadership and culture are in the NHL. The Calgary Flames need to keep that on the fore front while recruiting players through the draft or free agency. Why does it matter if you're not winning? Having a strong bond and a healthy environment leads to a winning culture.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Mo...

Jess Belmosto is joined by play by play announcer Jake Baskin. The pair talk about Rick Ball's departure from Sportsnet. What made Rick Ball so special? Is it his composure or the way he makes following games smooth as butter? Who might be the next play by play announcer for the Calgary Flames? Jess and Jake also share their thoughts on Matt Coronato and Dustin Wolf. The pair wrap up the show with...

The Calgary Flames aren't tearing it down but they are looking to take a step back to get better. What do the Calgary Flames think about adding a veteran centre to the mix? Does Sean Monahan's success outside of Calgary entice them at all? Matt Duchene might be the epitome and poster child for overcoming adversities. Does Craig Smith make a little sense for the bottom half of the line up?  *Could...

The Calgary Flames have made the final addition to their coaching staff with Brad Larsen. Larsen spent two seasons as the Columbus Blue Jackets head coach. Plus, are there new names being thrown into the Jacob Markstrom mix? Could the Flames explore trading Rasmus Andersson?   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. S...

Jacob Markstrom is the top goaltender on the market ahead of the NHL Draft. Is there a possibility the Calgary Flames work out a three team deal with Utah and the Toronto Maple Leafs?   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guaranteed Fit at eBayMotos.com . Let’s ride. eBay Guaranteed Fit...

Jacob Markstrom is one of the most sought after goaltenders on the market this offseason. The New Jersey Devils remain as front runners while the Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators lurk in the shadows. Are there any dark horses in this race? Plus, Jess evaluates a trade proposal from Locked On Hurricanes involving Markstrom and Mangiapane. Is this something that makes sense?  Support Us By Su...

The Anaheim Ducks are reportedly open to trading Trevor Zegras and the Calgary Flames are supposedly interested. The Flames are desperately looking for young talent especially, down the middle. What would it cost to get the star to Calgary?       Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green check. Stay in the game with eBay Guara...

Jacob Markstrom may finally be headed to New Jersey. The New Jersey Devils are open to trading their 10th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft for a starting goaltender. The Calgary Flames have been given a second chance to shed some salary cap, bring in Dustin Wolf AND snag a second top 10 pick. Is this something both teams should be exploring? New Jersey is also interested in 2022- 23 Vezina Troph...