Reacting to a Kevin Bahl Injury and What It Might Mean

On hour two of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon break down Tuesday's overtime loss to the Dallas Stars that mathematically eliminates them from the playoffs. After losing Kevin Bahl in the first period to a lower-body injury, the guys discuss the best plan for the remainder of the season, who comes into the lineup, and whether to leave the last recall for Rory Kerins.  (26:33) Pat is joined by our Pacific Division Insider, Jonathan Davis, to spin around the biggest stories in the division, including the three-way race for top spot, the postseason hopes for the Kings, Ron Francis stepping down in the Kraken organziation 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.

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' year for Calgary after being officially eliminated from the playoffs and the work done by GM Craig Conroy to shape the future of the team. Frank also weighs in on the two major coaching changes in the NHL, with less than two weeks to go in the regular season, the firing of Tom Fitzgerald as GM of the Devils, and the signing of James Hagens with the Boston Bruins. Plus, a preview of the Frozen Four in the NCAA tournament from Vegas. (25:07) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Derek Wills and Logan Gordon, the crew discusses the growth of Zayne Parekh as an everyday NHL defenceman after playing in his twelfth consecutive game. What does the plan for the final five games of the season for Parekh look like, and will there be another load management game? Additionally, the guys break down Aydar Suniev's first game of the season and compare it to his NHL debut. 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.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show following the Flames' 4-3 OT loss to the Dallas Stars. Logan Gordon and Meaghan Mikkelson join the show live to share their thoughts, and Meaghan makes her choice for the hardest-working Flame. We also hear from inside the locker room as head coach Ryan Huska, Joel Farabee, and Olli Maatta 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.

On hour two of Flames Talk, it’s all about the pipeline as Ray Edwards, Flames Director of Player Development, joins the show! With the Frozen Four kicking off in Vegas, Edwards provides a progress report on the organization's top collegiate talent, including Cole Reschny’s standout freshman season at Michigan and the growth of Cade Littler and Eric Jamieson. Ray also discusses the impact of Brent Seabrook on the development staff and how the new NCAA landscape is shifting the Flames' strategy for their prospects. (24:15) Fresh off being named AHL Player of the Week, forward Rory Kerins joins Pat and Logan. Kerins breaks down his incredible return from injury—racking up eight points in just three games—and opens up about the mental grind of a month-long layoff. He shares his perspective on the Wranglers' challenging season under a new head coach and discusses his mindset regarding a potential late-season NHL recall as he waits for his next opportunity with the big club. 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 take a deep dive into the most overhauled position on the roster: the blueline. With foundational pillars like MacKenzie Weegar and Rasmus Andersson traded away, and Joel Hanley sidelined for the year, the guys look at the current defensive landscape. They evaluate the long-term fit of Kevin Bahl, the veteran stability provided by Zach Whitecloud and Olli Maatta, and where Brayden Pachal fits into the puzzle. (29:49) On the Daily Flames Roundtable with Alongside Derek Wills, the guys preview tonight’s matchup in Dallas! They discuss what they want to see from Aydar Suniev as he makes his highly anticipated season debut against the Stars and debate why a loaded Dallas team has struggled to get over the hump in recent playoff runs. 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 and Logan Gordon are joined by  Meaghan Mikkelson to discuss the "no-pressure" environment for the team vs. the high-stakes individual pressure on Morgan Frost as he auditions for a long-term role. They also highlight the "extra sweet" milestone for Ryan Strome, who notched his 500th career point against his former team in Anaheim, and the deceptive skill of Joel Farabee since arriving in Calgary. (25:31) On the Daily Flames Roudntable with Derek Wills, the guys tackle the Martin Pospisil conundrum: How do the Flames bottle up his high-energy style to ensure it shows up on a nightly basis? They also play a game of "20-Goal Scorer vs. Guy Who Scored 20 Goals" with Morgan Frost, debating if his current production is a career outlier or the new standard for the Flames' center. 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 discuss the accelerating youth movement in Calgary. With Aydar Suniev officially recalled and set to make his NHL debut Tuesday night in Dallas, the guys break down the 21-year-old’s impressive second half in the AHL and what a successful "runway" looks like for him. They also look at the red-hot Rory Kerins, who was named AHL Player of the Week after a massive seven-point weekend, and debate how soon we’ll see him—and potentially Abram Wiebe—join the big club. (29:32) Brad Curle, the voice of the Calgary Hitmen, joins the show to recap a historic first round that saw Ethan Moore score four consecutive game-winning goals. They discuss the impact of captain Axel Hurtig’s new entry-level deal and look ahead to a potential second-round matchup against either Prince Albert or Medicine Hat. 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.

Pat Steinberg hosts the Flames Talk Postgame Show from the Molson Canadian Flames Watch Party at The Unicorn following the Flames' 5-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. Meaghan Mikkelson joins the show live to share their thoughts and makes her choice for the hardest-working Flame. We also hear from inside the locker room as head coach Ryan Huska, Morgan Frost, Joel Farabee, 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.

On the latest episode of the Flames Alumni Krahnicles, we're continuing our chat with former Flames forward Mike Eaves! Listen in as Mike chats with Flames Alumni members Brent Krahn and Colin Patterson about his three seasons with the Flames and the run to the 1986 Stanley Cup Final! Hosted by Pat Steinberg, Mike also discusses his life after the NHL and a whole lot 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.

On hour two of Flames Talk, it's another editino of The Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis share their exclusive first-hand impressions of Scotia Place. Following a private tour of the new facility, they detail the incredible sightlines, the state-of-the-art dressing room area, and the unique "fan-first" features like the public food hall and outdoor watch party spaces. With only 45 home games left in the historic Scotiabank Saddledome, the guys reflect on the bittersweet transition to Calgary’s next great hockey barn. (26:57) The conversation continues with observations from the current road trip, including the return of Zach Whitecloud to Vegas and the impressive recent play of Zayne Parekh. Eric and Pat also revisit Devin Cooley’s appearance on After Hours and what it revealed about the goaltender’s future in the organization.  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.