

Flames Talk
Sportsnet
Pat Steinberg with Wes Gilbertson and Aaron Vickers have the city's most in-depth coverage of the Calgary Flames. We have the most exclusive access to the Flames and insiders around the NHL. Airing live on Sportsnet 960 The FAN weekdays from 4pm-6pm MT and every Flames postgame show.
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Mar 25, 2026 • 2h 15min
Postgame: Make It Four Straight Wins!
Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 3-2 shootout victory over the Los Angeles Kings. Joel Hanley and Cail MacLean join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Zayne Parekh, Matvei Gridin, and Yegor Sharangovich address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action!
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 25, 2026 • 44min
Prospects, Recalls, the Draft, and More on the Latest Mailbag!
On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan open up the Flames Talk Mailbag for a full hour of listener-driven puck talk. With the trade deadline in the rearview and the offseason looming, the guys dive into your questions on everything from upcoming college free-agent signings and AHL recalls to the long-term usage of the team's young core.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 24, 2026 • 48min
Frank Seravalli on the Flames Winning, Greer Suspension, and More!
On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to break down the hottest topics around the league and right here in Calgary. They discuss the Flames' surprising three-game win streak and the ongoing debate between building a winning culture versus securing a top draft pick. Frank also weighs in on AJ Greer’s three-game suspension, the latest heat on the Department of Player Safety, and the "disastrous" season unfolding in Toronto. Plus, they look at potential rule changes regarding 19-year-olds in the AHL and check in on the playoff threat posed by the Edmonton Oilers.
(22:40) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills and Logan Gordon, the crew discusses Ryan Lomberg’s return to the lineup after a stretch as a healthy scratch. As the team’s only pending UFA, they evaluate his role moving forward and why tonight's opponent, the LA Kings, has struggled to maintain their pace in the Western Conference playoff race.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 24, 2026 • 46min
Meaghan Mikkelson on Matvei Gridin's Ceiling!
On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat and Logan are joined by Flames color voice Meaghan Mikkelson to break down the "Matvei Gridin fever" sweeping Calgary. They discuss the rookie's ceiling for next season and dive back into the complex balance between winning games and securing lottery odds.
(26:54) To wrap up the show, catch an exclusive chat between Pat and Flames defensive prospect Abram Wiebe! With the NCAA Tournament kicking off this week in Sioux Falls, Wiebe discusses the University of North Dakota’s preparation for their opening matchup against Merrimack.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 23, 2026 • 47min
It's Okay to Win Games Down the Stretch!
On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon tackle the growing debate surrounding the Flames' recent three-game winning streak. While the "Tank for McKenna" discourse is reaching a fever pitch, the guys discuss the reality of NHL parity and why it’s impossible to ask young players like Matvei Gridin or goaltenders like Dustin Wolf to simply stop competing.
(22:28) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew reacts to the three-game suspension handed to AJ Greer following his hit on Connor Zary. They also break down Ryan Strome’s overtime heroics from Sunday night and why his veteran presence has been a seamless fit since the trade deadline.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 23, 2026 • 1h 55min
Postgame: Strome Wins It in OT!
Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 4-3 OT victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Tyson Gross and Adam Lowry join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Devin Cooley, and Ryan Strome address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action!
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 21, 2026 • 50min
Flames Alumni Krahnicles: Paul Kruse Part 2!
On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we're continuing our chat with former Flames fourth-round pick Paul Kruse! Listen in as Paul chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson about getting called up to the NHL for the first time and his first NHL experiences! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Paul also looks back at some of his most memorable fights in the league and more!
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 21, 2026 • 2h 4min
Postgame: A Fun Friday Night at the ‘Dome!
Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Hot Stove Lounge following the Flames' 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers. Matt Coronato and Jason LaBarbera join the show live, and we hear from inside the locker room as Head Coach Ryan Huska, Morgan Frost, Blake Coleman, and Victor Olofsson address the media. Plus, we take your calls and texts to break down all the action!
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 20, 2026 • 39min
Eric Francis on Zary's Future and More!
On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s the Eric Francis Hour. Sportsnet’s Eric Francis joins Pat Steinberg to dive deep into the big-picture questions facing the organization. The focus remains on the "unsure" category of the roster, specifically evaluating where players like Connor Zary and Morgan Frost fit into the long-term rebuild plan and what they need to show over the final stretch of the season to cement their spots.
(21:45) The conversation continues as Eric and Pat discuss the team's internal competitive fire under Head Coach Ryan Huska, even as the lineup continues to fluctuate. They dive into Devin Cooley's fantastic media scrum and share their thoughts on how the Flames appear to have found a diamond in the rough with Cooley.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.

Mar 20, 2026 • 55min
Breaking Down Calgary's Delicate Lineup Balance
On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon discuss the Calgary Flames’ commitment to a post-deadline youth movement as they prepare to face the Florida Panthers. With the "youth is the priority" mandate in full effect, the guys break down the third consecutive game featuring the Zayne Parekh and Hunter Brzustewicz pairing and the difficult roster balance that keeps veterans like Ryan Lomberg and Brayden Pachal on the sidelines. Plus, they look at why patience is key for recent addition Tyson Gross as he gets up to speed with the big club.
(30:01) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills, the crew shifts the focus to Connor Zary and his long-term future with the franchise. With Sam Bennett in town, the guys draw comparisons between Zary and the former Flames high-pick, discussing the lessons learned from Bennett’s tenure in Calgary.
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/Get full Flames games and great shows like Quick 60: The Stamps Show, Wranglers Watch and more ON DEMAND.


