Friday Mailbag: All Your Draft Day Trade Proposals!

On this edition of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by Flames forward Ryan Lomberg for a Friday conversation focused on giving back and life off the ice! Lomberg discusses his upcoming hockey school on June 30 at the Brookfield Residential YMCA at Seton — including why it’s important to him, what kids can expect from the day, and the opportunity it provides for children of first responders — along with a wide-ranging chat as the offseason continues. https://www.ymcacalgary.org/camp-lombo 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.

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon turn things over to the Friday Flames Talk Summer Mailbag with the NHL Draft just one week away and free agency less than two weeks out. The guys take your texts on all the biggest Flames and league-wide storylines — from draft scenarios and offseason plans to trades already happening around the NHL — as they work through a full hour of listener questions and discussion. 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.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined for the full hour by Sportsnet’s Eric Francis for another edition of the Eric Francis Hour! With the NHL Draft just one week away, Pat and Eric dive into the significance of draft day for the Flames, what Calgary could be looking at with picks sixth and 30th overall, and why there’s growing confidence the team will land a high-impact player. The conversation also touches on Craig Conroy’s recent comments, the likelihood of Calgary moving up, the continued belief that Keaton Verhoeff is the pick at six, and how free agency could shape up with the Flames needing to create contract flexibility. (33:31) The Eric Francis Hour continues with a look back at the Stanley Cup Final, including Eric’s perspective from being on the ground for the entire series and the fallout in Vegas following their loss. The guys also discuss what’s next for the Golden Knights and react to the Oilers hiring Mike Babcock as Edmonton’s offseason storylines continue to unfold. 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.

On this episode of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon take a look ahead to free agency with just two weeks to go, and what it all means for the Flames. The guys discuss the expectation that Calgary could be relatively quiet on July 1, why a number of pending UFAs like Ryan Lomberg, Justin Kirkland, and Victor Olofsson may not return, and how that opens the door for younger players to take on bigger roles. They also explore whether there’s room for low-risk additions on the market, including the potential of a buy-low opportunity, before opening the textline. (31:05) The focus then shifts to the NHL Draft, now just over a week away, as the conversation around Calgary’s options continues to heat up. Pat and Logan zero in on Viggo Bjorck as one of the most intriguing names in this year’s class, sharing why they’re both high on the Swedish forward and debating how the Flames could find a way to land him. The guys weigh Bjorck against other top prospects, revisit what they’ve heard from draft insiders, and discuss the different scenarios in play at sixth overall and beyond. (55:33) Later, Jonathan Davis from NHL Network joins Flames Talk to break down a busy stretch of NHL news, including the Leafs hiring Jim Hiller, the evolving coaching situation in Vegas and Edmonton, and what could be ahead for teams like Seattle and Vancouver. The conversation also touches on Rasmus Andersson’s future, injury storylines in Vegas, and more from around the league as the offseason begins to take shape. 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.

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL insider Frank Seravalli to reflect on the Carolina Hurricanes capturing the Stanley Cup and what stood out most from their championship run. Frank shares his thoughts on how Carolina built a title-winning team, the key moments from the Final, and what their success could mean for the rest of the league heading into the offseason. (23:07) Pat and Logan Gordon are joined by Sport Calgary President Candice Goudie to spotlight the return of All Sport One Day, taking place June 20 across the city. Goudie shares what to expect from the event, why it’s such an important opportunity for young athletes, how families can get involved, and how initiatives like the Flames Sports Bank help make sports more accessible for kids across 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.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL Central Scouting Director Dan Marr with the 2026 NHL Draft just over a week away. Dan outlines what the final stretch looks like for Central Scouting after their rankings are released, how their evaluations evolve right up to draft day, his personal evaluations of some of the top prospects, and what teams are still working to finalize before selections are made. (28:58) Pat and Logan Gordon breaks down the now-resolved conditions tied to the Rasmus Andersson trade, as Vegas falling short of the Stanley Cup locks in Calgary’s return. Pat walks through the details of the conditional picks, why the Flames still came out strong in the deal, and how Andersson performed with the Golden Knights — including a closer look at his playoff results and what his future could hold heading into free agency, before opening the textline. 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.

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by NHL.com Sweden’s Peter Ekholm to take a closer look at what’s shaping up to be a strong year for Swedish players at the NHL Draft. Ekholm shares his perspective on the depth of talent coming out of Sweden, his scouting report on both Ivar Stenberg and Viggo Bjokr, and what NHL teams can expect as draft week approaches. (23:54) Pat and Logan Gordon is joined by Calgary Wranglers forward Alex Gallant for a wide-ranging and candid conversation following his return to the organization. Gallant reflects on signing back for another season, why Calgary has been such a good fit, last year’s Wranglers campaign, and his role as a leader on a young team. He also dives into his physical style of play, protecting teammates, life away from the rink, and what the upcoming summer has in store. 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.

On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon are joined by NHL.com Deputy Managing Editor Adam Kimelman to get you set for draft week, which is now just days away. The conversation dives into the biggest intrigue points heading into Buffalo, how the top of the draft could shake out, and why San Jose going Chase Reid at number two makes sense. Kimelman also weighs in on Vancouver’s potential decision between Caleb Malhotra and Ivar Stenberg, the narrowing gap at the top of the class, and why Carson Carels is a strong fit for the Flames at sixth overall, along with a few other intriguing names to watch. (29:17) Pat and Logan react to the Carolina Hurricanes capturing the Stanley Cup with a series win over Vegas. The guys share their takeaways from the Final, discuss Freddie Andersen’s incredible run, debate the Conn Smythe choice, and look at what Carolina’s championship says about roster construction — including the value of smaller centres — before wrapping with a few offseason predictions. 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.

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for another edition of The Eric Francis Hour...this time coming live from Vegas for the Stanley Cup Final! He talks about how he believes this is one of the best Stanley Cup Finals we've had in recent memory, how impressive Carolina has been, and how difficult of a decision it must've been for Rod Brind'Amour to go to Bussi amid the struggles from Andersen. (26:24) Later, Pat and Eric continue to talk about the Stanley Cup Final and how they feel Rasmus Andersson has performed in his slightly less prominent role with the Vegas Golden Knights, and why Eric believes the Calgary Flames will be one of the biggest stories coming out of the NHL Draft. 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.

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg kicks things off with a Friday edition of a Flames Talk Summer Mailbag! He looks at your texts for a full hour answering questions about the upcoming NHL Draft just over two weeks away! (29:34) Later, he continues answering your questions and vives a little deeper into what the team can look like next season! Who will the top line be, what can be expected of returning names such as Gridin, Coronato, and Frost, and even some draft strategies the Flames could be deploying on Draft Day! 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.