Locked On Flames - Daily Podcast On The Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames have a top ten draft pick for the first time since Matthew Tkachuk. There are a few glaring issues with the state of roster construction and short, medium and long-term goals. Could there be a flashy centre on their horizon with Berkly Catton? He had a 150+ point season with the Spokane Chiefs. Is this something that can translate to the NHL?Beckett Sennecke has a lot of great q...

The Calgary Flames are two months into their offseason but there is still plenty of work to be done. Can they just rip the band aid off and trade Jacob Markstrom? It's time for Dustin Wolf to get a crack at the NHL on a full time basis. Can the Flames boost their offense in a smart and sensible way? What free agents could be a good target for the organization? Is Jake DeBrusk a good candidate for...

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are in full swing and so is the Flames golf season. Every team has something that the Calgary Flames are missing. The speed, physicality, scoring and more. The Flames have a lot of room to grow before they reach a Dallas Stars type run. What sets each team apart from one another? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors a...

The Calgary Flames are still in a transitional period. They have some crucial pieces they need to move as well as players to replenish. Trading players like Jacob Markstrom, Nazem Kadri and Andrew Mangiapane might move the process along a bit faster. Would it make sense to move on from Blake Coleman? Who are the Flames non touchables and what do you want to find more of? Could Martin Pospisil find...

Oliver Kylington has had quite the comeback and the Calgary Flames could certainly use his skill on the blueline. The 27 year old pending UFA is due for an extension but just how long are the Flames willing to go? Today Jess Belmosto predicts Kylington's extension along with some other options for the blueliner. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay...

Dustin Wolf has a pedigree most teams would die for. The 2 time AHL Goaltender of the Year is bound to take the next step in his career with the Calgary Flames. It's a matter of getting there. Jess Belmosto goes over Wolf's accolades and why it's good to be patient with the process.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!   eBay Motors For parts that fit, head to eBay Motors and look for the green...

The Calgary Flames are losing another defender. This time it is a third pairing dman in Nikita Okhotiuk. Okhotiuk signed a contract with the KHL. The Flames could still retain his NHL rights should they extend a qualifying offer later this summer. The Flames have some names they could rotate in like Ilya Soloyov or Jeremie Poirier but is that a responsibility they are ready for? There are some fam...

All eyes are on goaltender Jacob Markstrom ahead of the offseason. Will the Calgary Flames end up making a trade at the NHL Draft? Dustin Wolf is expected to make his full-time break into the NHL and with the current log jam, it's looking impossible. Jess Belmosto examines the possible options for the Calgary Flames. What happens if you trade Jacob Markstrom and run with Dan Vladar and Dustin Wolf...

Marc Savard's time with the Calgary Flames has come to an end. The Flames announced that the club and Savard have mutually parted ways. Savard ran the Flames less than stellar powerplay for the 2023-24 season. The results weren't entirely his fault considering his personnel. Last year it was rumored that Alex Tanguay would be joining the staff. He has since accepted a position with the Detroit Red...

Craig Conroy did not have a clean slate coming in as the Calgary Flames General Manager. The best thing that could've happened was Elias Lindholm turning down a massive extension and requesting a trade. That happened. Noah Hanifin and Chris Tanev also found themselves new homes. What did the Nikita Zadorov trade say at the time? Will he end up trading Jacob Makrstrom this summer? James Johnson of...

It has been a whole year since the Calgary Flames announced Craig Conroy as the new general manager. Conroy stepped in after Brad Treliving decided he was ready for a new challenge with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Conroy had a lot to tackle in his first year. From waiver claims to seven pending UFAs, it was going to come down to his confidence to do the job.     Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!...

Rasmus Andersson worked his way back from a near-fatal accident. After being struck by a vehicle in Detroit, Andersson had a very long road ahead of him. The 2023-24 season started with a 4-game suspension after a bad headshot on Patrik Laine. He missed the Heritage Classic as well. It felt like October set the tone for the disappointing season. Join Jess as she unpacks the blueliner's successes a...

The Calgary Flames have a decision to make when it comes to Andrew Mangiapane. Mangiapane has struggled to find his offensive flare since his career best in 2021-22. Mangiapane plays a great 200 ft game but are the Flames going to commit to their rebuild? They have the opportunity to cash in on a great depth forward that would be a solid addition to a playoff team. Will the Flames approach this li...

Jarome Iginla is one of the most if not the most iconic Calgary Flame. His son Tij Iginla is projected to be a top ten first round draft pick. Tig's speed, confidence, and strong shooting talent are all skills the Flames could absolutely benefit from. Does it make a lot of sense for the Flames to draft him and continues his dad's legacy? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Policygenius   Check...

Martin Pospisil did not expect to make the NHL this season. Just a year ago, he was contemplating retirement due to injury. He had a fantastic year along side fellow rookie Connor Zary and veteran center Nazem Kadri. Pospisil plays with an edge that comes with consequences. How is going to reign it in and have himself a long and successful NHL career?      Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Po...

John Bean is leaving the Calgary Flames organization. The team announced Robert Hayes as CSEC’s new President and CEO and Lorenzo DeCicco as CSEC’s new Chief Operating Officer. Changes can be good! This is a great opportunity for new blood. The NHL is currently under fire for inconsistent officiating. The Boston Bruins have had the short end of the stick when it comes to blatant missed calls on pl...

The San Jose Sharks won the NHL Draft Lottery and will be rewarded the first overall pick. Macklin Celebrini is projected to join the Sharks. The Calgary Flames will select ninth in the first round. This is their first top ten pick in a decade. Other top 10 picks include Sam Bennett, Sean Monahan and Matthew Tkachuk. None of those guys are with the team. What are the Flames priorities ahead of thi...

The NHL Draft Lottery is tomorrow. The Calgary Flames have a number of picks. One is Vegas' which they acquired in the Noah Hanifin trade. Calgary is projected to be locked in at 9. There is not room for them to move up considering the odds. What does a top 10 pick mean compared to their usual soggy middle picks?    Revisiting the Noah Hanifin Trade Conditions Ahead of the NHL Draft Lottery https:...

Oliver Kylington has been named a top three finalist for the Masterson trophy. Frederik Andersen and Connor Ingram also earned final nods after their each unique struggles over the last season. All three players are winners regardless of the final outcome. It is not easy to overcome your battles whether they are physical or mental. Jess Belmosto shares updates on the former Flames still in the pla...

It's been exactly a year since the Calgary Flames fired their head coach Darryl Sutter. The firing came as a shock to many considering friendship blocked Treliving from firing him mid season. The Flames are now one year removed from the Darryl Sutter era. What has Ryan Huska brought to the table? Have the Flames been able to make up for any lost ground?  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mono...

All signs pointed to Jacob Markstrom being traded at the deadline. The Calgary Flames just couldn't make it happen. Markstrom's bounce back performance is something to be commended. The goaltender got a clean slate with new head coach Ryan Huska. The Flames mismanaged the trade and ended up soiling the relationship. What does the future look like for the Calgary Flames and Jacob Markstrom? Support...

Mackenzie Weegar has cemented himself as one of the leaders in the Calgary Flames locker room. The defenseman set records for the Flames with 20 goals and 200 blocked shots. He is committed to staying through the rebuild and working to bring the cup back to Calgary.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friends. Click HERE to Download MONOPOLY GO! now...

The Calgary Flames AHL affiliate the Calgary Wranglers, begin their race to the Calder Cup! The Wranglers will faceoff in a best-of-3 series against the Tucson Roadrunners. Dustin Wolf looks for more postseason success as Matt Coronato looks to build off regular season success. Jess Belmosto previews the series.    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your f...

Jonathan Huberdeau saw a decline in performance for the second season in a row. The Calgary Flames did not expect this would be the player they were acquiring from the Florida Panthers in the Matthew Tkachuk trade. He might not have had a strong season production wise, we did see an improvement in his physicality and passing. There were flashes of the old Huby.  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponso...

The Calgary Flames have another set of challenges ahead of them. What do you do about your goaltending situation? Are you going to trade Jacob Markstrom and ride with Dustin Wolf and re-sign Dan Vladar or maybe sign another less expensive goaltender? What does Dustin Wolf need to do to earn that next contract? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monopoly GO! Get in the game and join your friend...