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Flames Now
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Your official Calgary Flames Podcast. Join Pat Steinberg every week day and every game day for 2 hours featuring players, coaches and the best minds in the game for the Flames Now podcast. Pat is Calgary born and raised and is your voice for pre-game post-game and more so whether in the Saddledome or live from the QR studio Flames Now is your home for the Calgary Flames.
Episodes
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Postgame: Knocking off the Stanley Cup Champs!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 3-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes. On this postgame episode, goaltending coach Jason LaBarbera stops by with his thoughts on the win over the defending Stanley Cup champs. Plus, we go inside the locker room to hear from head…
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Eric Francis on Concern Level, Rebuilding, and More
It’s the Eric Francis Hour on Flames Now! Eric and Pat Steinberg break down Calgary’s ugly 1-6 start and assess just how concerned Flames fans should be. Plus, what does a successful rebuild look like? The guys look at the teams Calgary should be trying to emulate as the organization plots its…
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How Concerned Should We Be About This Start?
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, Derek Wills (dwillsnhl) joins Pat to break down Calgary’s loss to Vegas and the Flames’ tough start to the season. The guys look at what needs to change to get things back on track before the season slips away. Then, Calgary Stampeders president…
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Postgame: Back to the Drawing Board in Vegas
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 6-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Jake Middleton and Kevin Bahl. We also chat with Logan Gordon to help break down the first…
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Mailbag: Whitecloud’s Future, Gridin’s Start, and More!
It’s the latest Flames Now Mailbag, and we’re answering your questions! Pat dives into Zach Whitecloud’s future in Calgary and what it might take for the Flames to consider a trade. Plus, where does Connor Zary fit into the team’s plans after his stint with the Calgary Wranglers? We’re also...
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Ryan Pinder on Suniev and Parekh! Brett Sutter on Zary!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, Ryan Pinder from Barnburner joins Pat to break down Calgary’s first win of the season! The guys dive into Aydar Suniev’s NHL ceiling, Zayne Parekh’s usage, and what they’re seeing from Jonathan Castagna early on. Then, it’s time for The Farm…
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Talking Suniev’s Ceiling and Klapka’s Great Start!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, Ryan Pike of Daily Faceoff Calgary joins the show! Ryan and Pat break down Aydar Suniev’s hot start and NHL potential, plus take a closer look at Adam Klapka, Jack Hextall, and Tyson Gross. Then, Pacific Division Insider Jonathan Davis checks in...
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Finally Reacting to a Win!
On this hour of Flames Now, Calgary gets its first win of the season, and Pat is breaking it all down! From Dustin Wolf to Aydar Suniev, Pat shares his four biggest takeaways from Tuesday’s 4-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks. Plus, we want to hear from you on the Telus Text Line! Then, Wranglers...
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Postgame: The First Win of the Season!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Dustin Wolf, Martin Pospisil, and Adam Klapka. We also chat with Logan Gordon to help break down…
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Finding Some Positives in This Difficult Start!
On this hour of Flames Now, Pat is finding the bright spots in Calgary’s 0-5 start! From playoff captain Mikael Backlund to defenceman Kevin Bahl, Pat breaks down the early positives. Plus, your takes take centre stage as we open up the Telus Text Line. Then, Postmedia’s Danny Austin joins for…
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Frank Seravalli on Calgary’s Tough Start, Top Prospects, and More!
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat sits down with NHL Insider Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) to break down Calgary’s brutal 0-5 start, the latest trade rumours, and the future of the coaching staff. Frank also shares his firsthand takeaways from watching top Flames prospects Cole Reschny and...
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Postgame: Much Better in a Loss to Anaheim
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-2 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. On this postgame episode, assistant coach Cail MacLean stops by with his thoughts on the loss and to give some deeper thoughts on the team's goaltending struggles early on. Plus, we go inside the…
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Postgame: An Avalanche of Goals Against
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 7-3 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. On this postgame episode, goaltending coach Jason LaBarbera stops by with his thoughts on the loss and to give some deeper thoughts on the team's goaltending struggles early on. Plus, we go inside...
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Eric Francis Helps Us Find Some Silver Linings
It’s the Eric Francis Hour for Arctic Spas Calgary on Flames Now! Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis look for silver linings in the Flames’ 0-4 start, break down Calgary’s early-season goaltending and debate what’s next for Connor Zary after his AHL assignment. Plus, the latest on the Eric Francis...
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Three Takeaways From a Tough First Week
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat breaks down his three biggest takeaways from Calgary’s brutal 0-4 start. We get real about the growing pains of a rebuild and hear your takes on the Flames’ rocky start. Then, Flames radio voice Derek Wills joins Pat to talk about how Calgary can weather the...
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Boomer on a Rough Start. Brett Sutter on Connor Zary.
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we're chatting with Dean "Boomer" Molberg from Barnburner. Dean and Pat discuss Calgary's 0-3 start to the season and the reasons behind three lopsided losses. Boomer also discusses Dustin Wolf's rough start and Connor Zary's future after being...
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Mailbag: Parekh’s Usage, Trade Rumours, and More!
It’s another Flames Now Mailbag! Pat Steinberg takes your questions on Zayne Parekh’s usage, the latest Flames trade rumours, and what Connor Zary’s role could look like going forward. Got a question? Send us a text every Thursday on the Telus Text Line: 403-974-8255!
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How Do We Put the Start to This Season Into Words?
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re joined by play-by-play broadcaster Derek Wills (@dwillsnhl) to break down Calgary’s difficult start and what it will take to turn things around. Derek also weighs in on the strong play of Martin Pospisil and Zayne Parekh, plus Dustin Wolf’s...
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Ryan Pike Talks Zary, Castagna, and More!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re joined by Ryan Pike (@RyanNPike) of Daily Faceoff Calgary to break down Connor Zary’s future after his assignment to the AHL. Ryan also weighs in on recent recalls Jonathan Castagna and Aydar Suniev as the Flames get set to host Colorado....
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An Early Look at the 2027 NHL Draft!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we take an early look at the 2027 NHL Draft with Daily Faceoff prospects expert Steven Ellis (@SEllisHockey). Why has the hockey world suddenly soured on the class? Steven explains and makes the case for Calgary product Landon Dupont as the clear...
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What’s Next for Connor Zary?
On this episode of Flames Now , we break down the latest on Connor Zary and Brayden Pachal after both cleared waivers Tuesday morning. Head coach Ryan Huska joins us with insight into the decision to place players on waivers this early in the season. Then, television play-by-play voice Jon Abbott...
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Frank Seravalli Talks Connor Zary, Calgary’s Start, and More!
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat Steinberg is chatting with NHL Insider Frank Seravalli. The guys start by reacting to Monday's news of Connor Zary and Brayden Pachal going on waivers before breaking down Calgary's 0-3 start to a new season. Frank also gives us the latest on Aleksander Barkov's...
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Reacting to Connor Zary on Waivers
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat is reacting to the big news of the day. After an 0-3 start, the Flames have placed former first-round pick Connor Zary on waivers along with defenceman Brayden Pachal. Pat shares intel on why the Flames have opted to go down this road and offers some thoughts on...
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Postgame: The Nightmare Start Continues
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 6-1 loss to the Seattle Kraken. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost. We also chat with Logan Gordon to help break down the loss. And of...
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Postgame: Slipping Away in Vancouver
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-1 loss to the Vancouver Canucks. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Mikael Backlund and Devin Cooley. We also chat with Logan Gordon to help break down the loss.…
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Eric Francis on the Home Opener, Zary, and More!
On this episode of Flames Now, Sportsnet’s Eric Francis (@EricFrancis) joins Pat for the full hour! They break down the Flames’ ugly home-opener loss, react to Zach Whitecloud’s strong comments, and dive into Calgary’s goaltending plans for Dustin Wolf and Devin Cooley. Plus, what’s next for…
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Breaking Down the Ugly Home Opener One Night Later
On this hour of Flames Now, we break down Thursday night’s ugly home-opening loss to the Seattle Kraken. Pat Steinberg digs into why the Flames were so frustrated with their effort and where the team fell short. Then, the voice of the Flames, Derek Wills (@dwillsnhl), joins the conversation.…
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Postgame: An Ugly Home Opener
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 6-1 home opener loss to the Seattle Kraken. On this postgame episode, Pat chats with Flames forward Adam Klapka to break down the tough loss. Then assistant coach Cail MacLean stops by with his thoughts on the loss and to highlight…
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A Season Opening Mailbag!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, the Mailbag is back! We’re tackling your biggest questions on line combinations, the coaching staff’s future, Hunter Brzustewicz, Brennan Othmann’s standout camp, and plenty more!
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Ryan Pinder on a New Season, Zary, and More!
On the latest episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we're chatting with our buddy Ryan Pinder from Barnburner. Pat and Ryan discuss expectations for the coming season, which just happens to be the Farewell Season at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The guys also discuss what getting a high pick in...
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Five Hot Takes for a New Season!
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat Steinberg has his five hot takes and/or predictions for a new season! Pat's hot takes include Calgary's goaltending tandem of Dustin Wolf and Devin Cooley, Zayne Parekh's season ahead, and more! Plus, we get some of your hot takes on the Telus Text Line! Then…
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Ryan Pike on the Season Ahead, Harrington’s Deal, and More!
On this episode of Flames Now, we're previewing the season with Ryan Pike (@RyanNPike) from Daily Faceoff Calgary. Ryan and Pat discuss the opening day roster, Aydar Suniev's camp, and the lack of negative noise around the team entering the season. Ryan also updates us on Chase Harrington's new...
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Season Previews: Craig Conroy and Ryan Huska
With the 2026-27 season starting this week, we've got exclusive interviews with general manager Craig Conroy and head coach Ryan Huska. First, Craig Conroy sits down with Pat Steinberg to look back at training camp and discuss expectations for the coming season. Craig talks about the positivity…
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Ryan Huska, Season Predictions, and More!
On this hour of Flames Now, Pat sits down with head coach Ryan Huska to preview the season ahead. They talk training camp, what has Huska excited, the team’s work ethic, and plenty more! Then, it’s time for our NHL season predictions — including our Stanley Cup picks, Hart Trophy choices, and more!
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The Three Biggest Stories to Watch This Season!
On this hour of Flames Now, Pat has his three biggest stories to watch ahead of a brand-new season! From Zayne Parekh and Simon Nemec to Devin Cooley and more, Pat has the names and storylines on his radar. Then, we catch up with Ryan Dittrick (@ryandittrick) of the Flames digital team to preview...
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Frank Seravalli and Brent Krahn!
On this hour of Flames Now, NHL Insider Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) joins the show to look ahead at the Flames’ season, make some bold predictions for Zayne Parekh and Simon Nemec, and break down all the details from Monday’s blockbuster trade between Columbus and Toronto. Then, NHL…
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The Opening Day Roster Is Set!
On this hour of Flames Now, Pat breaks down the Flames’ opening-day roster! Why did Brennan Othmann make the team over Aydar Suniev after both impressed at training camp? Then, Postmedia’s Danny Austin (@Danny_Austin9) joins the show to weigh in on the roster, Jonathan Huberdeau’s situation, and...
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Postgame: Wrapping up the Preseason
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-1 preseason loss to the Edmonton Oilers. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Zayne Parekh and Matt Coronato. We also bring in Logan Gordon to help breakdown the…
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The Mailbag: Expectations, Suniev, Offence, and More!
On this hour of Flames Now, it’s time to open the mailbag! Your questions are coming in hot on the Telus Text Line — from season expectations and realistic projections for the Flames’ top prospects to Aydar Suniev’s standout training camp and plenty more. We’re tackling it all!
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The Roster Is Starting to Take Shape!
On this hour of Flames Now, the roster race is heating up! Pat dives into the latest news with the regular season just days away, including the battle for the final forward spot. Hear from Aydar Suniev, Brennan Othmann, and Alex Nylander who are all vying for the final forward spot on the roster.
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Postgame: A Feisty One in Seattle!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-3 preseason shootout loss to the Seattle Kraken. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from assistant coach Dave Lowry, along with goal scorers Aydar Suniev and Jonathan Castagna. And of course we're…
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Boomer! It’s Dean Molberg and Steinberg!
Pat welcomes Dean “Boomer” Molberg from Barnburner to the show! Pat and Boomer look back at their long association, discuss Hunter Brzustewicz’s path to the NHL, and break down what Zayne Parekh needs to do for this to be a successful season. Then, we turn our attention to Chase Harrington’s...
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Who Needs to Impress With the Preseason Almost Over?
On this hour of Flames Now, Pat and Jock are breaking down the preseason battles heating up in Calgary! Who’s making a statement, who’s fighting for a roster spot, and is there still time for a late push—or are the NHL jobs already locked up? Then, Kevin Woodley joins Pat for a deep dive between...
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It’s a Nice Start for Martin Pospisil
Martin Pospisil is making an early impression this preseason, and Flames Now takes a closer look. Pat and Jock react to his strong showing in Tuesday’s 3-1 win over Vancouver, then hear from Pospisil and dive into why a line featuring Max Tsyplakov and Adam Klapka could be must-watch this season....
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What a Night for Zayne Parekh!
Zayne Parekh is turning heads — and Flames Now has you covered. Pat and Jock break down his standout night in Tuesday’s preseason win over Vancouver, then Ryan Pike of Daily Faceoff Calgary joins the show to talk Parekh, training camp standouts and what he’s seeing so far. Plus, your texts on the...
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Postgame: Zayne Parekh Shines in the Preseason!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 3-1 preseason win over the Vancouver Canucks. On this postgame episode, Pat chats with Flames forward Sam Honzek after scoring his first goal of the preseason. Then assistant coach Dave Lowry stops by with his impressions of the…
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A Huge Season Begins for Connor Zary
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat and Jock ask the big question: Is this a make-or-break season for Connor Zary? Then, Matt Rose of the brand-new Rose Report drops by to share his early takeaways from Flames training camp, his first impressions of Zayne Parekh, and plenty more. And finally, we…
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Frank Seravalli Talks Parekh, Nemec, and More!
NHL Insider Frank Seravalli joins the show to look ahead at what’s next for star defencemen Zayne Parekh and Simon Nemec. Frank also updates the awkward situation in Winnipeg with franchise goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. Then, Pat and Jock take a closer look at Calgary’s powerplay situation…
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Preseason Standouts and Ray Edwards!
Who stood out in the Flames’ preseason opener? Pat and Jock break down the performances of Aydar Suniev, Tyson Gross, Zayne Parekh and more. Then, Flames director of player development Ray Edwards joins the show to dive into Hunter Brzustewicz, Cole Reschny, Carson Carels, and some of Calgary’s…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Your official Calgary Flames Podcast. Join Pat Steinberg every week day and every game day for 2 hours featuring players, coaches and the best minds in the game for the Flames Now podcast. Pat is Calgary born and raised and is your voice for pre-game post-game and more so whether in the Saddledome or live from the QR studio Flames Now is your home for the Calgary Flames.
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