
Shifts and Pucks Podcast
Sean Holmes-Smith, Tyler Noble, Chris Schneider, Devin Holmes-Smith, and Kevin Olenick talk Flames, Canucks, and Hockey in general
Professional ice hockey team based in Calgary, Alberta, competing in the NHL's Pacific Division.
| # | Team | Games Played | Wins | Losses | OT Losses | Ties | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Calgary Flames | 82 | 34 | 39 | 9 | 77 |

Connor Zary's performance has fluctuated since his rookie season, and the article projects a potential breakout if given a top-six role. The statistical model estimates 13 goals and 25 assists for the 2026-27 season.

The Calgary Flames have several prospects facing now-or-never scenarios to prove they belong in the NHL. Players like Adam Klapka and Rory Kerins need to show consistency and improvement to secure their futures with the team.

The article profiles five NHL players under pressure to prove themselves this season, including Vancouver Canucks' former prospect Bowen Byram with the Chicago Blackhawks. Each player must deliver to justify their contracts and help their teams succeed.

Flames prospect Ethan Wyttenbach leads all NCAA scorers with 59 points and plans to play one more college season before signing with Calgary. The 2025 sixth round pick could join the Flames late in the 2026-27 season and is expected to play for the USA at the World Juniors.

The article previews six Calgary Flames players approaching career milestones in the 2026-27 season, including Mikael Backlund nearing the franchise games played record and Jonathan Huberdeau closing in on 1,000 games. It also highlights Joel Farabee, Yegor Sharangovich, Connor Zary, and Zach Whitecloud as they approach 500 games, 100 points, and other personal achievements.

The Calgary Flames are in the midst of a slow rebuild, finishing with 77 points last season and still lacking a clear path to contention. The article previews their 2026-27 season, predicting they will finish behind the Vancouver Canucks in the standings.

The Calgary Flames are expected to struggle next season, but several players have individual points to prove. Dustin Wolf, Connor Zary, Yegor Sharangovich and Simon Nemec all need bounce back or breakout seasons.

The article argues that the Calgary Flames should extend Morgan Frost before the 2026-27 season to avoid a higher cost if he improves his play. Frost is expected to be the team's top centre and could command a higher salary if he has a strong season.

The Calgary Flames are entering the 2026-27 season with a young, rebuilding roster that finished dead last in NHL goals scoring last season. Forward Matt Coronato, a 23-year-old former 13th overall pick, is expected to step up after a slight sophomore slump and lead the team's offense.

The article projects Morgan Frost's 2026-27 season with the Calgary Flames, predicting he will produce around 46 points as the team's top center after Nazem Kadri's departure. It also discusses his potential role, age, and trade value, concluding that he is likely at his peak but could be a trade asset.

The article projects Calgary Flames forward Matthew Coronato's 2026-27 season, predicting 20 goals and 31 assists over 82 games despite an expected weak team offense. It notes Coronato's improved underlying metrics but lowered box-score production last season due to teammate trades and injuries.

On March 7, 1988, the Calgary Flames traded 23-year-old forward Brett Hull and Steve Bozek to the St. Louis Blues for defenseman Rob Ramage and goaltender Rick Wamsley. The trade became one of the most significant in Blues history as Hull went on to become a Hall of Fame player, while the Flames won the Stanley Cup in 1989 with the acquired players.

Sportsnet has reportedly chosen Kevin Sawyer as Kelly Hrudeys replacement on Calgary Flames regional television broadcasts. Sawyer, a former NHL enforcer and current TSN broadcaster from Christina Lake, British Columbia, will join the Sportsnet team.

The Calgary Flames have unveiled a new centre ice design for their final season at the Scotiabank Saddledome, featuring a farewell logo and the names of season ticket members embedded in the ice. The Flames will play their final home game at the Saddledome on April 10, 2027 against the Vancouver Canucks before moving to Scotia Place.

The article ranks the top 10 Calgary Flames players of all time based on their contributions to the franchise. The list includes legends such as Jarome Iginla, Al MacInnis, Theoren Fleury, and Johnny Gaudreau, with Iginla ranked first for his franchise records in goals and points.

Sean Holmes-Smith, Tyler Noble, Chris Schneider, Devin Holmes-Smith, and Kevin Olenick talk Flames, Canucks, and Hockey in general
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