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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.
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.
Talking Adam Klapka, William Stromgren, and More!
Episodes
On the latest episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re taking a closer look at Adam Klapka’s emergence in Calgary. What’s made him one of the Flames’ most effective forwards, and what could his impact look like moving forward? Then Calgary Wranglers play-by-play broadcaster Sandra Prusina joins Pat to break down William Stromgren’s season in the AHL after he scored Monday night’s game-winner for the Flames. Sandra also shares her insight on Arsenii Sergeev, Connor Zary, Brayden Pachal, and more. Plus, we want to hear from you! Send your thoughts to the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re trying to determine what this team is all about. Calgary is 7-3-0 after starting the season 0-5-0 and we discuss whether this team can compete for a playoff spot or if they’re more likely to drop back. Then Sportsnet’s Kevin Sawyer (X: @KevinSawyer1 ) joins Pat to break down Calgary’s coaching staff and the job they’ve done this season. Kevin also examines the Flames’ impressive turnaround and their ability to avoid back-to-back losses over the past few weeks. And of course we’re taking your texts on the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 2-1 win over the San Jose Sharks. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Dustin Wolf, William Stromgren, and Adam Klapka. We also chat with Logan Gordon to help break down the first win of the season. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
On the latest episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re breaking down Calgary’s 1-1 weekend! Pat shares his three takeaways, including the decision to start Arsenii Sergeev against Colorado on Saturday. We also dive into William Stromgren’s season debut, the power play, and more! Then it’s the voice of the Flames, Derek Wills, to wrap up the hour. Derek weighs in on Sergeev’s performance and what Dustin Wolf’s workload could look like moving forward. Plus, a look at Matt Coronato’s strong start and his impressive consistency through the first 14 games.
On the latest episode of Flames Now, Pat is joined by NHL Insider Frank Seravalli to break down Calgary’s recent turnaround and what it means moving forward. Frank also weighs in on Joel Farabee’s future with his contract set to expire at the end of the season, plus the latest on reported trade requests involving Tampa Bay’s Nikita Kucherov and Detroit’s Dylan Larkin. Then it’s Postmedia’s Danny Austin joining the show! Danny shares his thoughts on Arsenii Sergeev’s performance against Colorado on Saturday and why the Flames’ recent stretch of games has been so refreshing. Plus, we wrap things up with your thoughts from the TELUS Text Line at 403-974-8255!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 5-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. On this postgame episode, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, along with Joel Farabee and Martin Pospisil. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 6-2 win over the Seattle Kraken. On this postgame episode, assistant coach Cail MacLean stops by with his thoughts on the win. Plus, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, Matt Coronato, Joel Farabee, and Dustin Wolf. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
It’s another edition of The Eric Francis Hour on Flames Now! Eric joins Pat Steinberg for the full hour, starting with Calgary’s 4-0 loss in Edmonton on Wednesday. The guys break down Devin Cooley’s lower-body injury, the collision that caused it, and the team’s response. Eric also looks ahead to the opportunity waiting for Dustin Wolf as he takes over the crease for the next few weeks. Then it’s all about Morgan Frost’s future in Calgary. Eric discusses his latest column, featuring Frost’s desire to remain with the Flames beyond this season. The guys dig into what a potential contract extension could look like, whether bringing Frost back is the right move, and why keeping players who genuinely want to be in Calgary matters.
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re joined by play-by-play broadcaster Derek Wills! Derek and Pat break down Devin Cooley’s lower-body injury and the opportunity it creates for Dustin Wolf over the next few weeks. They also discuss Arsenii Sergeev’s call-up from the Calgary Wranglers and why Adam Klapka and Martin Pospisil have been two of Calgary’s biggest pleasant surprises this season. Plus, we read your thoughts and questions on the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255!
Ryan Pinder of Barnburner joined Pat Steinberg on Flames Now to discuss Devin Cooley’s injury and the response to it by the team. Pinder also gave his thoughts on Calgary’s rebuild thus far and why everything will take care of itself over the course of an 8-4 game season. Finally, Ryan adds some positive thoughts on the recent play of both Joel Farabee and Matvei Gridin.
It’s another edition of the Flames Now Mailbag! Pat tackles your questions on a variety of Flames topics, including Morgan Frost’s future with the team as he enters the final year of his contract and what a potential extension could look like for Joel Farabee. We also dig into William Stromgren’s upside, Wednesday’s Battle of Alberta loss, and what’s next for some of Calgary’s top NCAA prospects. Have a question or comment? Join the conversation on the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we break down Devin Cooley’s lower-body injury Wednesday night in Edmonton. We look at the play that knocked him out, the Flames’ response (or lack thereof), and Calgary’s contingency plans if Cooley misses extended time. We also read your reactions on the Telus Text Line and provide an update on Brennan Othmann after he too exited Wednesday’s game with an injury. Then Ryan Pinder of Barnburner joins the show to weigh in on the Cooley situation, Calgary’s response, and the early stages of the Flames’ rebuild. Plus, Pinder shares some encouraging thoughts on the recent play of Matvei Gridin and Joel Farabee.
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-0 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. 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 win of the season. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
On this episode of Flames Now, Ryan Pike of Daily Faceoff Calgary joins Pat to break down Calgary’s recent turnaround and Joel Farabee’s impact. The guys look ahead to Farabee’s future with one year left on his contract, discuss Zayne Parekh’s power-play impact, and spotlight a few prospects to watch — including a game Flames fans won’t want to miss this weekend! Then, it’s time for the Farm Report with Calgary Wranglers GM Brad Pascall! Brad assesses the team’s first ten games and shares his thoughts on Aydar Suniev, William Stromgren, Ben Jones, and more. Plus, we hear from you on the TELUS Text Line!
On the latest episode of Flames Now, Pat gets you set for Round One of the Battle of Alberta! We break down why the Flames are better equipped to take on the high-powered Oilers than they were earlier this season, plus how big a role Devin Cooley could play. And, of course, we take your thoughts on the TELUS Text Line! Then, Pacific Division Insider Jonathan Davis from NHL Network joins the show! Jonathan dives into Anaheim’s struggles and the growing pains facing San Jose before checking in on the LA Kings, Vegas Golden Knights, and Seattle Kraken.
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, is Calgary’s goaltending situation really a controversy? Pat explains why Devin Cooley’s outstanding recent play shouldn’t spark concern about Dustin Wolf’s long-term future. Plus, we take your thoughts on the TELUS Text Line! Then, Postmedia’s Danny Austin (DannyAustin_9) joins the show to break down Calgary’s recent turnaround and what it means for year one of the rebuild. Danny also weighs in on the goaltending debate and the strong season from Martin Pospisil!
On the latest episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, the Flames are riding an unexpected four-game win streak! Pat explains why the winning streak is a positive for the organization, whether you’re on “Team Tank” or not. Then, with the Battle of Alberta looming Wednesday, we catch up with Oilers play-by-play broadcaster Cam Moon. Cam breaks down Edmonton’s impressive 8-2-2 start, Connor McDavid’s ridiculous early pace, the goaltending situation, head coach Mike Babcock, and more! And of course we’re taking your texts at 403-974-8255 on the Telus Text Line!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 5-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. On this postgame episode, assistant coach Trent Cull stops by with his thoughts on the win. Plus, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, Mikael Backlund, Matvei Gridin, and Zayne Parekh. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, NHL Insider Frank Seravalli joins us for his weekly chat! Frank breaks down Calgary’s impressive turnaround, Devin Cooley’s stellar play in net, Zach Whitecloud’s future with the Flames, and the blockbuster trade sending Connor Hellebuyck from Winnipeg to New Jersey. Then, the voice of the Calgary Stampeders, Mark Stephen, joins the show for the first time to put a bow on Calgary’s 9-9 season. After missing the playoffs on a tiebreaker, Mark looks back at what went wrong and why the Stamps couldn’t find their footing. Plus, we wrap up the hour with your thoughts on the TELUS Text Line!
On this episode of Flames Now, Pat breaks down Calgary’s recent surge, with wins in three straight and four of five. What’s changed since the Flames’ 0-5 start? Pat looks at the goaltending, special teams, and more! Then, the voice of the Flames, Derek Wills (dwillsnh) joins the show to discuss Devin Cooley mania, Matvei Gridin’s recent hot streak, and Zayne Parekh’s growing impact. And we’re always reading your thoughts on the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255.
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings. On this postgame episode, assistant coach Dave Lowry stops by with his thoughts on the win. Plus, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, Joel Farabee, Matvei Gridin, and Zayne Parekh. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
It’s another edition of The Eric Francis Hour on Flames Now! Eric and Pat Steinberg break down Devin Cooley’s outstanding performances this week and what they mean for Calgary’s goaltending picture. Eric also weighs in on Cooley’s recent viral media moments. Then, it’s the big question surrounding defenceman Zach Whitecloud: keep him or cash in? Eric discusses his latest article and the potential trade return the Flames could land. Plus, Eric looks back on the 24th annual Eric Francis Pizza Pigout, which raised another huge total for KidSport!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, Pat breaks down three takeaways from Thursday’s impressive 3-2 win over the Minnesota Wild. One standout? Joel Farabee, who joins Pat to discuss his strong play. Then, Flames radio voice Derek Wills joins the show to break down the win, Farabee’s impact, how Calgary responded to Mikael Backlund’s absence, and the goaltending outlook moving forward. Plus, we’re reading your thoughts on the Telus Text Line!
It's the Flames Now Postgame Show with Pat Steinberg following a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Wild. On this postgame episode, assistant coach Cail MacLean stops by with his thoughts on the win. Plus, we go inside the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, Devin Cooley, Joel Farabee, and Ryan Strome. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, Dean “Boomer” Molberg (@960boomer) from BarnBurner joins the show! Boomer and Pat break down Calgary’s big win over Carolina, Devin Cooley’s standout performance, and what it means for the Flames’ goaltending picture. Plus, Boomer raves about Jonathan Castagna and looks back on Blake Coleman’s time in Calgary ahead of his return with Minnesota on Thursday. Then, Calgary Wranglers head coach Brett Sutter joins Pat to discuss Ben Jones’ NHL debut against Minnesota and provide updates on William Stromgren and Rory Kerins’ starts in the AHL. Plus we’re taking your texts on the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255!
It’s another edition of the Flames Now Mailbag! Pat Steinberg tackles your questions on the Telus Text Line, including who Calgary should take first overall in the 2027 NHL Draft, Jonathan Huberdeau’s return timeline, and Connor Zary’s future with the Flames. Plus, we discuss Brady Tkachuk’s hostile return to Ottawa and much more! Have a question for Pat? You can always reach us on the Telus Text Line at 403-974-8255!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, we’re talking Calgary’s new Hometown Remix jersey, dropping in early November! Pat wants to hear your thoughts on the Telus Text Line about what you want to see! Then Pacific Division Insider Jonathan Davis joins the show! Jonathan shares the latest on the San Jose Sharks and Edmonton Oilers, breaks down the struggles in Los Angeles and Anaheim, and looks at Seattle’s surprising start to the season.
It’s a Mikael Backlund appreciation hour on Flames Now with Pat Steinberg! Nearly 20 years after being drafted by Calgary, Backlund remains a key piece of the Flames’ success. Pat breaks down his impact on the ice and in the community, and we want to hear from you on the Telus Text Line! Then Ryan Pike (@RyanNPike) of Daily Faceoff Calgary joins for the rest of the hour! Ryan recaps Sunday’s win over Carolina, weighs in on Backlund’s situation and the Ben Jones recall, and names his prospects to watch this week: Ethan Wyttenbach and Theo Stockselius.
NHL Insider Frank Seravalli joins Pat Steinberg on this hour of Flames Now to break down Calgary’s up-and-down start, look ahead to the 2027 NHL Draft, and share the latest on Connor Hellebuyck. Frank also delivers his early impressions from around the league! Then, Pat spotlights three Flames forwards who have stepped up this season and why their contributions matter. We hear from Yegor Sharangovich and Adam Klapka before wrapping up the hour with your texts!
On this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg, former first-round pick Brent Krahn joins the show to break down Calgary’s tough start, the conversation surrounding Devin Cooley and Dustin Wolf, and Connor Hellebuyck’s ongoing absence from the Winnipeg Jets. Then, Sportsnet’s Brendan Parker (@BParkerTV) stops by to recap Sunday’s big win over Carolina and weigh in on Morgan Frost’s start to the season, Yegor Sharangovich, and more! Plus, we’re opening up the Telus Text Line and bringing you the latest on Mikael Backlund’s injury and the Ben Jones recall.
Devin Cooley deserves some love on this episode of Flames Now with Pat Steinberg after turning aside 34 shots in Sunday’s win over Carolina! We hear from Cooley himself before Pat breaks down the performance and takes a closer look at Calgary’s goaltending picture. Then, Postmedia’s Danny Austin (@DannyAustin_9) joins Pat for his regular Monday chat! The guys break down how the Flames took down the defending Stanley Cup champions, plus Danny shares his thoughts on Matvei Gridin, Zayne Parekh, and more. Plus, we’re taking your thoughts on the TELUS Text Line throughout the hour!
Goaltending expert Kevin Woodley (@KevinIsInGoal) joins Flames Now with Pat Steinberg to break down Devin Cooley’s 34-save gem against Carolina and assess Calgary’s inconsistent goaltending this season. Plus, Kevin weighs in on Connor Hellebuyck’s situation in Winnipeg and highlights some of the league’s hottest goalies. Then, Flames radio voice Derek Wills joins Pat to recap the win over Carolina, discuss Yegor Sharangovich’s start to the season, and break down Calgary’s recent lineup changes. And of course we’re taking your thoughts on the Telus Text Line throughout the hour!
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 coach Ryan Huska, Devin Cooley, Zayne Parekh, and Matvei Gridin. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
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 path forward.
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 Jay McNeil stops by the studio ahead of Saturday’s regular-season finale. Jay previews the Pink Power game, discusses preparations for the 113th Grey Cup, and more! Plus, we take your texts and look ahead to Sunday’s home matchup against Carolina.
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 win of the season. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
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 breaking down Matvei Gridin’s slow start, Aydar Suniev’s power-play usage, and the big question of who will wear the C after Mikael Backlund retires!
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 Report with Calgary Wranglers head coach Brett Sutter! Brett weighs in on Connor Zary’s early AHL stint, Tyson Gross’s game, and how the Wranglers’ goaltending has looked through the opening weeks of the season.
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 with the latest around the division! What’s behind the LA Kings’ slow start and Edmonton’s strong opening? Plus, Jonathan weighs in on Ivar Stenberg’s early days in San Jose and Seattle’s red-hot start!
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 play-by-play voice Sandra Prusina joins the show to talk about the farm’s hot start! Sandra shares her thoughts on Connor Zary’s return to the AHL, Hunter Brzustewicz, and more.
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 the first win of the season. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
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 his weekly chat to share his take on the Flames’ early positives and weigh in on the latest injury news surrounding Sam Honzek.
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 Carson Carels in action over the weekend. Then, the voice of the Flames, Derek Wills (@dwillsnhl) joins the show to weigh in on Sam Honzek’s injury news and assess the early NHL performances of prospects Aydar Suniev and Jonathan Castagna.
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 locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, Aydar Suniev, Matt Coronato, and Kevin Bahl. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
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 the locker room to hear from head coach Ryan Huska, captain Mikael Backlund, and Jonathan Castagna. And of course we're taking your texts and calls! Listen to Flames Now from 4-6 pm on QR Calgary and after every Flames game!
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 Pizza Pigout and a tribute to Calgary icon Myles O’Connor.
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 storm, plus the state of the goaltending and Jonathan Castagna’s NHL debut.
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 assigned to the AHL Wranglers. Then we chat with Wranglers head coach Brett Sutter (15:46) after a 2-0 start to the season on the farm. Brett gives his thoughts on Jonathan Castagna and Aydar Suniev, who have both been recalled to the Flames. He also gives his impressions of Zary and Brayden Pachal, who were assigned to the AHL earlier this week.
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!
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 early-season struggles. Then, our Pacific Division Insider Jonathan Davis (@westcoasthkyNHL) joins us for a look around the division, including the latest on the Los Angeles Kings, Edmonton Oilers, Vancouver Canucks and more. Plus, we hear from Jonathan Castagna ahead of what could be his NHL debut Thursday night
