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Episode 417: From Blowout to Bounce Back

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2026/04/06

The Flames go from a blowout loss in Colorado to a bounce-back win in Anaheim. We break down the extremes of this road trip and what they reveal about Calgary right now.

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1:09:03

Episode 416: Winning the Wrong Games?

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2026/03/31

The Flames are winning games again, but in the middle of a rebuild, is that actually a good thing? We break down a surprising week and what it means for Calgary’s future.

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1:06:02

Episode 415: Signs of Life in the Rebuild

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2026/03/23

The Flames may be near the bottom of the standings, but the effort tells a different story. We break down a strong week, key performances, and what it means for Calgary’s rebuild moving forward.

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57:34

Episode 414: Life After the Deadline

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2026/03/17

The Flames continue their road trip as the rebuild shifts into development mode. We break down the games, evaluate new additions like Ryan Strome and Olli Määttä, and look at what comes next for Calgary.

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1:13:12

Episode 413: Weegar, Kadri, and the “R-Word”

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2026/03/09

The Flames finally say the “R-word.” We break down the trades of MacKenzie Weegar and Nazem Kadri, what Calgary received in return, and why this deadline signals a true rebuild.

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1:05:54

Episode 412: Sell or Wait? The Flames’ Trade Deadline...

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2026/03/04

The Flames return from the Olympic break and head toward the NHL trade deadline. We recap the California road trip and debate whether the Calgary Flames should sell now or wait until the offseason.

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1:05:47

Episode 411: Huberdeau’s Hips Don’t Lie

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2026/02/09

Heading into the Olympic break, we celebrate a Battle of Alberta series win and break down the news of Jonathan Huberdeau’s season-ending surgery. Plus, we analyze the Jeremy Poirier trade and the latest development plans for Zayne Parekh.

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39:36

Episode 410: Draft Dilemmas and Defensive Debates

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2026/02/02

As the Flames approach the Olympic break and the roster freeze, we look at the progress of the rebuild compared to the "Anaheim model." We break down the complicated logistics of Zayne Parekh’s return, debate the positional priorities for the 2026 Entry Draft, and look ahead to a final pre-break Battle of Alberta.

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53:36

Episode 409: The Post-Andersson Funk

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2026/01/26

While fans debate the Andersson return, we explore why Zach Whitecloud might be the missing piece for this rebuild—a "Chris Tanev-style" shutdown presence who can settle the blue line and eventually serve as the perfect partner for Zayne Parekh.

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45:10

BONUS: Rasmus Andersson Trade Reactions

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2026/01/21

We recorded this week's episode of the podcast just hours before the Rasmus Andersson trade was made official, and as such we didn't get to give our immediate reactions. Kevin Olenick of the Shifts and Pucks Podcast had us join him Monday morning to discuss the blockbuster trade. This is the audio from that show.

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50:53

Episode 408: The Andersson Holding Pattern

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2026/01/18

Trade rumors take center stage this week as the Flames weigh a significant offer from the Boston Bruins for defenseman Rasmus Andersson. We break down the reported return pieces and look back at a successful week on the ice that saw the team find their footing.

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52:22

Episode 407: Cashing Out The Core

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2026/01/12

A narrow victory in Pittsburgh can’t mask the shifting reality for the Calgary Flames as they slide further from playoff contention. This week, we discuss why it's time to embrace a full-scale rebuild, break down recent roster debuts, and analyze the intensifying trade rumors surrounding the team's veteran core.

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1:07:00

Episode 406: New Year, Same Flames?

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2026/01/05

Dan and Matt recap a busy holiday homestand as the Calgary Flames officially hit the 41-game midpoint of the season. With two own goals scored in one week, the guys have plenty to discuss regarding the last three games, as well as Devin Cooley’s new contract and Andrew Basha’s return to the WHL. To wrap things up, the guys partake in their annual tradition of revisiting their preseason predictions to see how their “hot takes” are holding up at the halfway mark.

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1:01:09

Episode 405: Battle Of Alberta Revenge

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2025/12/30

Dan and Matt recap a huge Battle of Alberta win and celebrate Dustin Wolf’s 100th NHL game. The hosts dive into the rumored contract standoff with Rasmus Andersson and the latest on prospects Zayne Parekh and Hunter Brzustewicz. They wrap up with a look at the daunting January schedule and their weekly predictions.

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1:30:25

Episode 404: Flames Trade Not Found

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2025/12/15

Despite a quiet week of movement for Calgary, Dan, Matt, and Kevin Olenick break down the team's three-game week, highlighted by the exciting Dad’s Trip victory in L.A. The hosts analyze the impressive NHL debut of defenseman Hunter Brzustewicz, debate who will step up to fill the center void left by Michael Backlund’s injury, and discuss the promising development of young players like Morgan Frost and Joel Farabee.

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51:57

Episode 403: Still In The Mushy Middle?

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2025/12/08

Dan and Matt debate the Flames' "mushy middle" dilemma: Should they chase a wildcard spot or commit to a rebuild by trading Rasmus Andersson? The hosts also analyze the disconnect between the front office and fans, provide updates on Zayne Parekh, and offer predictions for the week ahead.

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1:01:15

Episode 402: The Devin Cooley Plot Twist

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2025/12/02

With Devin Cooley suddenly turning heads, we break down what it means for the Flames’ crease, the rebuild, and their shot at gaining momentum in December.

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1:23:55

Episode 401: Maloney Baloney

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2025/11/25

The Flames string together an unexpected three-game winning streak, but the momentum quickly collides with the chaos surrounding Don Maloney’s now-infamous interview. Dan and Matt break down the week’s highs, the roster shuffles, and what Maloney’s comments might mean for the Calgary Flames’ direction moving forward.

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41:58

Episode 400: Consistent Inconsistency

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2025/11/18

A milestone 400th episode as Dan and Matt dig into a Calgary Flames week full of mixed signals—flat in St. Louis, dominant against San Jose, and surprisingly competitive versus Winnipeg. With Sam Honzek out week-to-week and the Flames still buried in the standings, the hosts break down what’s working, what isn’t, and what “embracing the rebuild” may really mean.

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55:09

Episode 399: The Goal Drought Diaries

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2025/11/11

The Flames’ struggles keep piling up as the guys break down another tough week that saw Nazem Kadri’s 1,000th game overshadowed by back-to-back shutouts and a deepening goal drought. Dan and Matt talk lineup changes, Murray Edwards’ comments about loving the core, and whether it’s finally time to embrace a full rebuild.

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