CONTRACT: Calgary Flames Extend Simon Nemec For SHORTER Term, Who's Next?

Calgary Flames lock in Simon Nemec with a five-year extension, betting big on his potential and raising the stakes for the next wave of young stars like Zayne Parekh and Matvei Gridin. Does this set a new precedent for promising defensemen, or will short-term deals become the new norm as players seize more control over their futures? Shane Wright's uncertain situation and the Flames' deep draft capital prompt debate: should Calgary pursue a high-upside reclamation project, or wait on the stacked 2027 prospect class? John Easthope from The Red Mile Rundown Podcast shares heartfelt reactions as Alberta loses Fan 960, disrupting decades of Flames radio culture. With the blue line stronger than ever, including Kevin Bahl, Yan Kuznetsov, Nemec and Parekh, are the Flames poised to become a defensive powerhouse? The show also covers Connor Zary trade rumors, potential forward acquisitions, and the community’s search for new ways to stay connected to the team. Timestamps 00:00 Calgary Flames: Contracts & Radio 07:39 Shane Wright Trade Potential 11:03 Fan 960 Shutdown Reaction 18:26 Flames Blue Line Depth 20:20 Connor Zary Trade Value Photo Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski - Imagn Images Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-flames/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #NHL #CalgaryFlames Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.