Eric Francis on Expectations for the Upcoming Season!

Eric Francis on Extending Noah Hanifin!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Eric stops by to share his latest thoughts on the Flames' pending UFAs, which of them he thinks the team should re-sign, and more! (31:26) The hour continues with Eric sharing his thoughts on Dan Vladar and his future with the Flames, and what the team could be performing like if the go ahead with moving out several of the upcoming UFAs! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on Zadorov's Trade Request!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, it's the Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis share their thoughts on the Flames' recent turnaround, and Eric dives into his take on Nikita Zadorov's mid-season trade request! The guys get into potential fits and returns for Zadorov, including the Canucks, and if the Flames could follow Vancouver's model of pivoting! (31:46) Eric shares his chat with Martin Pospisil, and what he's seen from the Flames' callup! Pat and Eric share their thoughts on his ceiling, and the positive impact of the young players this season! by Flames Talk

48 min listen

Predictions for the Coming Season! Eric Francis Talks Captaincy!: On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers share their 'way to early' 2023-24 season predictions! They break down their hot takes about the team's lines, trade deadline targets, and point totals! (25:04) Eric Francis joins the show for another edition of Francis Fridays! Eric stops by to share his thoughts about who he thinks the next captain of the Flames should be, his confidence in the team's ability to bounce back, and the latest on Elias Lindholm! by Flames Talk

48 min listen

Eric Francis on Markstrom, Lindholm, Zadorov, and More!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Pat and Eric dive into all things Flames, including Elias Lindholm's future, the Flames' performance against the Jets, their thoughts on some of the young players, and potential trade discussions for Lindholm! Pat and Eric take a look at the upcoming Flames roadtrip starting in Pittsburgh, Chris Snow's memorial, the latest on the Eric Francis Pizza Pigout, and what the Flames' identity could be! by Flames Talk

48 min listen

Eric Francis Counts Down to the Trade Deadline!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! Eric brings his latest thoughts as the rumour mill surrounding Jacob Markstrom continues to run wild, and he shares what he thinks believes the Flames should do! Eric also shares what he's hearing surrounding the futures of Noah Hanifin and Chris Tanev. (35:19) Eric and Pat break down just how good Nazem Kadri has been for the Flames this season, and what his future with the Flames could hold, and the guys tee up the next round of the Battle of Alberta! by Flames Talk

47 min listen

Eric Francis on Hanifin, Tanev, and Markstrom: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! Eric joins the show from New York as he continues to travel with the team during their road trip, and the guys dive into the latest surrounding Noah Hanifin, Chris Tanev, and Jacob Markstrom as their futures with the Flames remain to be a question! (34:40) Pat and Eric break down the increased level of play from Hanifin, Markstrom, and Tanev, and share their thoughts on if it should change the Flames' decision-making! by Flames Talk

52 min listen

Eric Francis Talks Goaltending and Pospisil!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Eric joins he show to bring his latest thoughts on ahead of the final Battle of Alberta of the Season! Pat and Eric debate which Flames goalie should start for the BoA, and Eric dives into his thoughts on Martin Pospisil! (29:05) Eric shares his thoughts on coach Ryan Huska's decision to healthy scratch Connor Zary against the Winnipeg Jets, and Oliver Kylington being named the Flames' nominee for the Bill Masterton Memorial Award! by Flames Talk

44 min listen

Eric Francis on a Huge Upcoming Stretch!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, we kick off the Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis dissect the Flames' challenging schedule ahead, with tough back-to-back games against the Stars and Colorado. The guys questions the significance of this stretch, pondering whether it could sway team decisions regarding pending UFAs, and Eric shares his thoughts on how many of the Flames' UFAs could be moved by the deadline! (28:59) Eric shares the stories the team's memorable holiday experience in Dallas, and his own notable Thanksgiving! With Zary's return and Pospisil's milestone tenth game in Dallas, Pat and Eric take a look at the Stars as a potential trade partner and more! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on Lindholm, Backlund, Hanifin, and More!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, we kick off with the inaugural edition of the Eric Francis Hour! Pat Steinberg, Aaron Vickers, and Eric dive into the latest burning topics for the Flames, including Lindholm and Hanifin thoughts, Mikael Backlund, the latest on the Captaincy, and what they're seeing from Penticton! (21:20) Eric Francis makes a number of HUGE announcements for this year's edition of the Eric Francis Pizza Pigout, including an announcement date, a VERY special guest, and more! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis Talks the Markstrom Firestorm and More!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Eric joins the show to bring his latest thoughts surrounding the Flames and the trade rumours, including Jacob Markstrom and what it means if a trade does not end up happening, and everything around Noah Hanifin and Chris Tanev! (34:28) Eric shares his latest thoughts on how the team plans to re-tool their team, and the goals that the team would like to hit their stride! Pat and Eric dive into Oliver Kylington opening up to the media, Matthew Phillips being claimed by Pittsburgh, and much more! by Flames Talk

49 min listen

Eric Francis on Calgary's Nightmare Start: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Pat and Eric dive into the disastrous start to the season for the Flames, and they share their thoughts on exactly what is going on right now, including how this could affect the signing of the team's upcoming UFAs! (31:53) Pat and Eric tee up the 2023 Heritage Classic and preview the upcoming festivities, how big a game this could be for both teams, and take a look back at all the previews outdoor games in Alberta! by Flames Talk

49 min listen

Eric Francis on Calgary’s Crossroads: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Pat and Eric dive into the recalls of young players and the direction of the team will be decided over the next 10 games, including how this could affect the signing of the team's upcoming UFAs! (25:34) Pat and Eric discuss the Flames' decision to send Matt Coronato to the AHL and his debut with the Wranglers. Who gets the next recall for the Flames? Plus recapping the 2023 Eric Francis Pizza Pigout. by Flames Talk

50 min listen

Eric Francis on Sharangovich, Huberdeau, and More!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Pat and Eric dive into the start of the season for Yegor Sharangovich and how he's settled in since he was traded for by the Flames! The guys debate whether or not he would be considered a part of the team's core, and the slump of Jonathan Huberdeau! (30:13) Pat and Eric assess the team's position on goaltending and if it's time for the team to make room for Dustin Wolf sooner than later! They share their thoughts on if a Vladar trade is the easiest way to make room, where Markstrom fits into the longterm fit for the team, and if the Flames could go with a Wolf/Dansk tandem next season! by Flames Talk

45 min listen

Eric Francis on Markstrom, Kadri, Optimism, and More!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Eric joins the show to dive headfirst into all of Jacob Markstrom's comments during the Flames' locker clean-out day, and the difference between his comments compared to Nazem Kadri's! (31:17) The guys share their thoughts on why they felt like this year's locker clean-out day felt so different compared to last season, and what they'll be looking for from Jonathan Huberdeau next season! by Flames Talk

47 min listen

Eric Francis on the Deadline, Markstrom, and More!: On hour 3 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! Eric shares his thoughts on the moves the Flames did and didn't make! Eric dives into the recent comments made by Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald on his goaltending situation, his thoughts on Conroy's plans for the Flames, and how he judges the first season so far for Conroy! (28:35) Eric shares his thoughts on some of the newest members of the Flames and what he's expecting to see from Joel Hanley, Daniil Miromanov, and Nikita Okhotiuk, and the rest of the new-look defence core! by Flames Talk

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Piecing Together the Jacob Markstrom Puzzle!: On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers dive back into the Jacob Markstrom conversation as the noise surrounding Markstrom will not die down! The guys share their thoughts on the latest info surrounding the deal that nearly sent Markstrom to the Devils, and recap the Flames' 4-3 win over the Penguins! (29:55) Derek Wills joins the show for the Daily Flames Roundtable! Pat, Aaron, and Derek go around and share their takes on the most important constant they've seen from the Flames during this streak, and if it's sunk that that it's the last time they'll see Noah Hanifin as a member of the Flames! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on the Future of Calgary Goaltending!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! The guys dive into the future of goaltending for the Flames after the news of Dan Vladar's season ending surgery, what is means for Jacob Markstrom and Dustin Wolf, and the biggest offseason needs for the Flames! (32:18) The guys dive into the latest with an update on Jakob Pelletier's status as he continues to play with the Calgary Wranglers, and how important he'll be to the team's playoff push, and take a moment to reflect on the health scare for Lanny McDonald and just how important he is to the Flames and their community. by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on Noah Hanifin’s Departure and More!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! Eric shares his thoughts on the return of Noah Hanifin to the Scotiabank Saddledome and what went into the decision for the Golden Knights to acquire the pending UFA. Additionally, Eric dives deeper into his conversation with Noah. (28:33) Eric shares his thoughts on the Flames' signing Hunter Brzustewicz to an entry level deal and where he could be playing before the end of the season. Plus a look at what the Flames need to do in the final 16 games of the regular season. by Flames Talk

48 min listen

The Pros and Cons to an Elias Lindholm Extension.: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers continue the conversation around Elias Lindholm and the pros and cons of the Flames re-signing him to a long-term extension! The guys share their thoughts on where they stand on if it's in the Flames' best interest to sign Lindholm! (26:33) Ryan Leslie joins the show to dive into his thoughts on the Flames upcoming UFAs, the team's leadership group, his pick for biggest comeback season, and the youth movement for the team! by Flames Talk

47 min listen

Eric Francis Talks Markstrom and Kiprusoff!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! Pat and Eric dive headfirst into the comments made by Jacob Markstrom during a scrum! The guys share their thoughts on the comments, the impact it might have on the Flames' trade deadline strategy, and the message it sends to Craig Conroy! Pat and Eric take a look back at the career of Miikka Kiprusoff and share their favourite stories and memories of his time with the Calgary Flames! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on Chris Tanev's Future!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Eric Francis kick off the Eric Francis Hour! The guys dive into the complexities of Chris Tanev's potential trade value versus his importance to the organization, pondering the surprising potential of his return in a trade scenario! The spotlight shifts to reflections on the Toffoli trade, questioning its outcome, Sharangovich's progress, and Toffoli's pending status with New Jersey! Eric and Pat dive into goaltending strategies as Markstrom continues to recover from injury, and the Flames' recurring comeback victories, posing questions about the team's need for more substantial leads and the choice between Vladar and Wolf! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on the Hand Pass and Matt Coronato!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for The Eric Francis Hour! Eric shares his latest thoughts on the Flames and their recent performance against the Leafs! Pat and Eric debate if the Flames should recall Matt Coronato and where he would slot, and who should start against the Oilers! (31:00) Eric shares his latest story on Mikael Backlund and Mark Giordano's connection! The guys look back at Giordano's tenure in Calgary, and what the future holds for Mikael Backlund! by Flames Talk

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Eric Francis on the GM Search and Next Year's Roster!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for this week's edition of Francis Fridays! Eric stops by to share the latest thoughts on the Flames GM hunt, how different he thinks the roster will look like at the start of the next season, and the third annual Fire It Up for Mental Health fundraiser! Pat and Ryan Pike share their thoughts on the one-game suspensions handed our to Darnell Nurse and Alex Pietrangelo in game 4, on the upcoming game 5, and Carolina moving on to round 3! by Flames Talk

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Hanifin and Lindholm Trade Talk + Mike Vernon!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers dive headfirst into what could happen if the Flames decide to pivot on this season, and explore some potential trades for upcoming UFAs! The guys break down possible returns for Hanifin, Lindholm, Zadorov, Tanev, and more! Pat and Aaron share their thoughts on Connor Zary's recall and the return of Rasmus Andersson. (26:30) Mike Vernon, Calgary Flames Alumni and Hall of Fame Goaltender joins the show! Mike shares what he's feeling ahead of inauguration to the Hockey Hall of Fame, the other members of his class, and more! by Flames Talk

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Frank Seravalli With the Very Latest on Elias Lindholm!: On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Frank Seravalli to dive into the latest surrounding Elias Lindholm and his contract negotiations with the Flames! Pat and Frank share what they're hearing around the situation, what the 'slow play' allows GM Craig Conroy to do, and the latest around the rest of the NHL! (26:46) Pat and Aaron Vickers share their candidates for the biggest bounce back candidate for the Flames, and hear from Andrew Mangiapane after he spoke to the media at the Calgary Italian Open! by Flames Talk

50 min listen

Eric Francis on the Evolution of Calgary's Deadline Approach!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Eric Francis for the Eric Francis Hour! Eric stops by to share his latest thoughts on the Flames' big picture as the team gets closer to the trade deadline, and what the Flames should be looking at as the date gets closer! The guys dive into the Dad Trip for the Flames as the parents enjoyed their stop in Arizona, and now head to Vegas as the Flames look to take on the Golden Knights! by Flames Talk

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What's Wrong With Elias Lindholm?: On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Aaron Vickers dive into the play and recent struggles of Elias Lindholm! Hear from Lindholm as he shares his thoughts on his play, and Pat and Aaron debate what could be causing the slump! The guys get into the new line for Jonathan Huberdeau, and their performance against Montreal! (29:41) Derek Wills joins the show for the Daily Flames Roundtable! Pat, Aaron, and Derek go around and share their thoughts on Elias Lindholm's struggles this season, and how surprised they are at the Canucks' start to the season! by Flames Talk

50 min listen

Frank Seravalli Opens 2024 With the Latest on Calgary's UFA's!: On hour 1 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by our NHL insider, Frank Seravalli, to dive into the latest rumours around the Flames and the rest of the NHL! Frank shares his thoughts on the latest around Jacob Markstrom, the Oilers, Ottawa ,when the trade market could start heating up, and more! (28:41) Aaron Vickers and Derek Wills join the show for the Daily Flames Roundtable! Pat, Aaron, and Derek go around and share their thoughts on the first night of the Huberdeau-Lindholm-Sharangovich line, and their reads on the team going into the second half of the season! by Flames Talk

48 min listen

Ron MacLean Joins the Eric Francis Hour!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, we kick off the Eric Francis Hour by bringing Ron MacLean to the show! Ron joins Pat Steinberg and Eric to chat about his upcoming celebrity roast, the importance of amateur scouting in hockey, and Ron shares some of his oldest stories from Alberta! Pat and Eric chat about the latest updates regarding Chris Snow, Mikael Backlund's captaincy and extension, Matt Coronato's fit in the lineup, Jakob Pelletier's injury, and the Flames' lineups starting to sort themselves out! by Flames Talk

50 min listen

Eric Francis on Huska, Iginla, and Trade Talk!: On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for another edition of Francis Fridays! Eric shares his latest thoughts on Jarome Iginla joining the team to his surprise, coach Ryan Huska, and the latest on Noah Hanifin! Pat dives into the latest trade rumors with the Flames, including Noah Hanifin, Elias Lindholm, Nazem Kadri, and more! by Flames Talk

46 min listen

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