EPISODE · Jun 19, 2026 · 48 MIN
Eric Francis a Week Before the Draft!
from Flames Talk · host Sportsnet
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.
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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.
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Eric Francis a Week Before the Draft!
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