Fireside Chat

Dan and Matt break down Simon Nemec's new contract, the Jacob Middleton trade, Calgary's defensive depth, free agency, development camp, and the schedule for the Flames' final season at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

The 2026 NHL Draft is in the books, but the Calgary Flames made their biggest move before the first pick by acquiring Simon Nemec from the New Jersey Devils. We break down the blockbuster trade, recap Calgary's nine-player draft class led by Carson Carels and Jack Hextall, and discuss why Craig Conroy's long-term vision is beginning to take shape. We also look ahead to free agency, debate which players the Flames should re-sign, discuss whether Calgary should make any additions on July 1, and explore what comes next as the rebuild continues.

Beyond the first round, where should the Flames focus their draft strategy? We discuss Calgary's biggest organizational needs, potential Day 2 targets, and what a successful draft looks like for the rebuild.

The NHL Draft is approaching, and the Flames have two first-round picks to work with. We break down Calgary's options at pick 6, debate whether the team should trade up or down, and identify the prospects who could shape the next phase of the rebuild.

The Flames finish in the bottom five and turn toward the draft. We recap the final games, revisit our preseason predictions, and look at what comes next for Calgary.