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Breaking down the Calgary Flames' surprisingly strong start to the 2024-25 season
The hockey world didn't expect a whole lot from the Calgary Flames when the puck dropped on the 2024-25 season. Then the Flames rattled off four consecutive wins, and everyone began to pay attention. Ryan breaks down what's worked over the first chunk of the Flames' season and how sustainable their success could be.
Thanks to JFreshHockey, Daily Faceoff, Natural Stat Trick and NHL.com for stats and/or graphics.
Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-related content, check out the FlamesNation UA-cam channel (www.youtube.com/@Flames_Nation!)
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2024-25 Calgary Flames season preview and opening roster breakdown
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The Calgary Flames' 2024-25 season kicks off Wednesday night in Vancouver! In advance of that, the Flames have announced their season-opening roster! Ryan breaks down the roster position by position and discusses the changes in the club since a year ago, and provides his thoughts on how the coming season could unfold for the Flames. Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And f...
Trying to untangle the NHL's waiver wire
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As 2024's training camp winds down and league-wide waiver activity ramps up, Ryan digs into the details of the waiver process. What is it? Why does it exist? How does it work? And what makes players exempt or eligible for going through the waiver process? Ryan dives into it all! Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-related content, check out...
What's happening with Stampede Park construction? A 2024 pre-season Calgary Flames arena update!
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Over the past few months and years, there's been a lot of construction activity happening around Stampede Park and the Saddledome. Ryan digs into the state of things as of late September 2024, including the BMO Centre expansion, the 17th Avenue extension into Stampede Park, the overhauled Victoria Park LRT station, the parking situation, and the beginning of Scotia Place arena construction. Fin...
Remembering Johnny and Matt Gaudreau
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On August 29, 2024, former Calgary Flames forward Johnny Gaudreau and his younger brother, Matt, passed away after being struck by a vehicle while riding their bikes in New Jersey. Ryan discusses each man's careers, particularly Johnny's, and the touching fan tributes since their passings. Overhead photo of Saddledome steps memorial courtesy Calgary Flames on X/Twitter. If you have the desire a...
First impressions of the designs for Scotia Place, the future home of the Calgary Flames
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After months of anticipation, the designs for future home of the Calgary Flames - now revealed to be called Scotia Place - were revealed on Monday afternoon. Ryan was there, and he gives his first impressions on what he saw, what he liked, and what comes next. Disclaimer: As of the recording of this video, floor plans weren't yet available for the building, so we reserve the right to revise our...
A way too early look at the Calgary Flames' 2024-25 roster
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The Calgary Flames have made a lot of changes to their roster since the end of the 2023-24 season! With the 2024 NHL Draft and the bulk of free agency complete, Ryan takes his stab at projecting the Flames' NHL roster and the Wranglers' AHL roster - complete with guesswork forward lines and defensive pairings! Marvel at Ryan's guesstimated Flames and Wranglers lineups, then revisit this again i...
Breaking down the Calgary Flames' moves to open the NHL's 2024 free agency frenzy
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The Calgary Flames signed seven players to new contracts as free agency began on July 1, and they also inked a pretty substantial contract extension for an existing player. Ryan walks through all the moves - big and small - that the Flames made to begin the NHL's free agency period for 2024. Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-related conte...
Reviewing the Calgary Flames' selections at the 2024 NHL Draft
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The Calgary Flames entered Sphere for the 2024 NHL Draft with nine picks. They left seven rounds later with 10 new players, including several that Flames fans should be pretty excited about. Ryan runs down the Flames' 2024 picks, player by player. Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-related content, check out the FlamesNation UA-cam channel...
Who should the Calgary Flames select at 9th overall at the 2024 NHL Draft?
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The Calgary Flames own the 9th overall pick at the 2024 NHL Draft. With very little scouting consensus - aside from a general sense that three players will be long gone when they select - Ryan dives into his preference list for the Flames' selection at 9th overall. For those looking to learn more about the 2024 NHL Draft: -Steven Ellis' final top 120 ranking at Daily Faceoff: www.dailyfaceoff.c...
The Calgary Flames have traded Jacob Markstrom to the New Jersey Devils
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It ended up happening a few months later than many anticipated, but Jacob Markstrom is a New Jersey Devil following a trade from the Calgary Flames. Ryan breaks down the trade from a Flames perspective. Why would the Flames want to move Markstrom? What are they getting back from New Jersey? And what are the implications for the future of top prospect Dustin Wolf? Find more from me at FlamesNati...
Taking a look at the Calgary Flames roster prior to the 2024 NHL Draft
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With the Stanley Cup playoffs winding down, the 2024 NHL Draft is just around the corner - and brings with it a big period of likely change for NHL clubs. As we prepare for the busy period, Ryan dives into how the Calgary Flames' roster is shaping up for the 2024-25 season, position by position. Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-related c...
Breaking down the 2024 Calgary Flames prospect pool
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Roughly one month before the 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas, Ryan discusses the entire Calgary Flames prospect pool. He starts with a recap of players that aren't really considered prospects anymore (due to playing too many NHL games), then he breaks it all down player by player, and position by position. Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-re...
Should the Calgary Flames draft Tij Iginla?
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The Calgary Flames are slated to select ninth overall at the 2024 NHL Draft. Tij Iginla, the eldest son of franchise legend Jarome Iginla, is considered by many to be a top 10 prospect in this year's draft class. If he's available at ninth overall, should the Flames draft Tij Iginla? Find more from me at FlamesNation.ca (flamesnation.ca/)! And for all kinds of great Flames-related content, chec...
What To Expect When You're Expecting A New Arena: Edmonton's Rogers Place
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In 2027, the Calgary Flames will be moving to a new arena. As we await that building's completion, we can look to new arenas in other cities to see what to expect. First up, we head three hours north to Edmonton and explore Rogers Place, which opened in 2016. Images courtesy Google Maps, Google Streetview and the City of Edmonton.
What has made Connor Zary so effective with the Calgary Flames?
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What has made Connor Zary so effective with the Calgary Flames?
Why are the Calgary Flames so good at scoring shorthanded goals?
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Why are the Calgary Flames so good at scoring shorthanded goals?
A December 2023 construction update
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A December 2023 construction update
Stampede Park construction update, Sept. 22
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Stampede Park construction update, Sept. 22

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  • @wmwastle
    @wmwastle 6 днів тому

    It's simple, they feel no pressure, nothing matters, they are expected to lose. Huby feels no pressure, he is free, no more having to live up to his contract, he is loose and feels good. Edmonton on the other hand are expected to win, the pressure is ON! They are expected to win, they have to live up to the billing! Pressure is a big deal.........

  • @mattschokking4176
    @mattschokking4176 6 днів тому

    If the rebuild isn't as long as our veterans think, it might be even more painful for us. I'm concerned that there's still no elite talent on this roster. Where's your legit #1 center or your elite PMD? Can you win a Cup without those? How many Cup winners of this era didn't have top 3 draft picks contributing in major roles? You could maybe make a case for the '19 Blues (Pietrangelo was #4), but is that your model? After that you're looking back to the Dynasty Red Wings to find a winner that didn't... Sure, a rebuild isn't a guarantee of success, but its the most consistent path to a Cup in this era.

    • @Daiinkeh
      @Daiinkeh 6 днів тому

      Exactly. Don’t worry we will come down to earth and start losing then we can finally be honest again and pressure the management to stay focus on the rebuild plan. Our lack of top end talent will make us mid forever without a rebuild. Once other teams like Edmonton and Colorado find their stride we are going to drop in the standings which is a must for us to get high draft picks. I just hope our trade assets keep up their high scoring so we can sell them high.

  • @Kodachrome90
    @Kodachrome90 6 днів тому

    Great video Pike!

  • @unseen_stranger
    @unseen_stranger 6 днів тому

    Before the season started, I told a friend I thought the Flames were gonna win the cup this year, & my friend agreed! There's a number of positive things coming together all at once, but I think the real key is that Connie & Huska are both really great human beings. They clearly care about other people, and that makes all the difference - it makes them better at their jobs and gives them more insight into who should be playing where and when.

  • @ArmChairGMPodcast
    @ArmChairGMPodcast 6 днів тому

    Man I absolutely love Pike's breakdowns. Keep rockin it man!

  • @MrPublicPain
    @MrPublicPain 6 днів тому

    So. Conny. Huska's Hustlers. It starts from the top. Great piece Pike, thanks for the Marky callback because goalies are on everyone's mind. Marky finished #32 out of 64 goalies last year. Be slightly better than 50% and our goaltending has improved lol. Great piece.

  • @robtlj4485
    @robtlj4485 6 днів тому

    You know, with maybe a couple holes on D and goaltending still to be proven, when you look at the Flames vs the cap and what they have in $ to spend they are actually kinda stacked. $17.8mm in space and Sharangovich slotting in might be another point per game. Value for money.

  • @CLo-ly1ic
    @CLo-ly1ic 6 днів тому

    Flames are 4-0 and will be 5-0 after Saturday's game in Seattle . Soon Sharangovich will be back and Honzek will be sent down to the Wranglers!!

  • @MattiasTheGamer
    @MattiasTheGamer 6 днів тому

    With each win, the tension and pressure builds for the team to keep it up. Hopefully they can brush it off and just keep rolling.

  • @HandsomeDanVacationRentals
    @HandsomeDanVacationRentals 6 днів тому

    All joking aside the vibes are immaculate, the effort is solid, and the kids are playing and learning. That’s all we wanted as fans.

    • @ArmChairGMPodcast
      @ArmChairGMPodcast 6 днів тому

      Exactly. If we do better than expected because the kids are doing well, that's good, right?

  • @HandsomeDanVacationRentals
    @HandsomeDanVacationRentals 6 днів тому

    Let’s get after it boys plan the parade! No YOU’RE overreacting!

  • @fireflyrain
    @fireflyrain 6 днів тому

    weird for people that expect them fail. If we look at the rosters. They are solid and the play as a team.

  • @Junez-187
    @Junez-187 14 днів тому

    LMFAO. Get ready for an absolute slaughter tonight. 5-1 Vancouver easy win

  • @justinhiscock1669
    @justinhiscock1669 15 днів тому

    Can flames leverage cap space and/or Anderson to net a cornerstone young Center? It's the biggest gap in the organization. Outside of the massive question marks in the crease. Eveyone is hopeful wolf or vladdy can step it up this year, but both are pretty unproven in the NHL.

  • @shinukara9899
    @shinukara9899 15 днів тому

    Awesome coverage! Looking forward to this year. Win or lose, it’ll be very interesting to see the direction this team takes both this season and beyond as they rebuild.

  • @ymt628
    @ymt628 15 днів тому

    This is so great! Thank you. Go Flames!

  • @lammyheadrulz
    @lammyheadrulz 15 днів тому

    Great video Ryan. I hope we lose most games 4-3 and pick top 5. I have a feeling we will be better than that, but I'm mainly hoping we don't lose that top 10 pick

  • @erichiggins4418
    @erichiggins4418 15 днів тому

    GFG!

  • @Heavy_E
    @Heavy_E 15 днів тому

    Excellent segment Ryan. GO FLAMES GO

  • @jakebenigni
    @jakebenigni 15 днів тому

    hard to see Anderson not being moved. great player, Right side. small cap hit. his value is pretty huge.

  • @waltconklin882
    @waltconklin882 15 днів тому

    Good breakdown, I agree with your thinking. Flames fan since the Atlanta days, I appreciate the content & subscribed.

  • @BestDraftClass
    @BestDraftClass 15 днів тому

    If the team surpasses expectations by a good measure. I'm sure Conroy will upgrade with all the cap space they have. Of course pre season is all sunshine and rainbows anyway. Heres to a Kuzy "Interesting, very interesting" season!

  • @ArmChairGMPodcast
    @ArmChairGMPodcast 16 днів тому

    It's great to see your face Ryan. Would absolutely love to have you on our show one day

  • @KC-yj4nu
    @KC-yj4nu 16 днів тому

    What great insight on the team. This is coming from a person who constantly looks for Flames news. 🔥

  • @a.N.....
    @a.N..... 16 днів тому

    If a waived player gets claimed by another team, does the player get a say in staying with the original team?

    • @ryanpikeFN
      @ryanpikeFN 16 днів тому

      Nope! If you're claimed, you're required to report to your new team.

    • @a.N.....
      @a.N..... 16 днів тому

      @@ryanpikeFN ahh right on, thank you for the response.

  • @brads2041
    @brads2041 20 днів тому

    Also thank you for this video as I was confused about who was waiver eligible

  • @brads2041
    @brads2041 20 днів тому

    I asked Elliot Friedman this and didn't get an answer. How typical is it for a player to be claimed off waivers at this time of year? Is there an unspoken agreement to not do so?

    • @fergsfilms782
      @fergsfilms782 19 днів тому

      My opinion, because that's all I can speak on, is that most GM's aren't exactly watching the waiver wire to see if there is someone who will help the team, because if they could help an NHL team they probably wouldn't be on waivers. At this point in the year anyways. Having said that, I don't think a GM is doing their job very well if they don't keep an eye on it and grab a player who they think they could fill a spot for someone who got injured in pre-season, or a good young talent who just needs some time to make a great team but could fit immediately on a weaker team.

    • @googleisshit3220
      @googleisshit3220 18 днів тому

      Happens every year...

    • @ryanpikeFN
      @ryanpikeFN 16 днів тому

      This is one of the most common times of year for waiver claims, as players that weren't previously eligible for waivers go through the process for the first time.

  • @j.c.tratnik7827
    @j.c.tratnik7827 24 дні тому

    Great job Ryan for the latest updates.

  • @xkaokdkl11933
    @xkaokdkl11933 24 дні тому

    Those BMO wooden “benches” look awful. What were they thinking

  • @Rammer6719
    @Rammer6719 24 дні тому

    Jyoti wants 17th replaced with one big bike path

  • @tucksedo5140
    @tucksedo5140 25 днів тому

    Thank you so much Ryan for doing this.

  • @mitchellgreene867
    @mitchellgreene867 25 днів тому

    Pike! Flames fan from Drumheller here. Can you do more frequent updates on the building, please? It’s a little too far and outta the way for me to come and check out progress on my own… I appreciate you! Ya do a bang up job with covering the Flames and everything else as well. I’m still holding out on buying your book, hoping to get ya to mail me a signed copy (I’ll cover the cost, of course!) If your interested, reply to this comment, and I’ll send you my email or phone number

  • @whichwayiszigzag
    @whichwayiszigzag 25 днів тому

    Awkward? I call it warm. Missed that hallway during the cold stretch last season.

    • @Mag1c4lyfe
      @Mag1c4lyfe 25 днів тому

      Agreed. Especially on the -20 nights.

  • @MrPublicPain
    @MrPublicPain 25 днів тому

    Well done Pike, B roll and everything! Fancy!

  • @brads2041
    @brads2041 25 днів тому

    In recent years, it's just been one season

  • @pizzaguykarson7282
    @pizzaguykarson7282 25 днів тому

    Love this Ryan, keeping updates for this especially with all the extra information you have regarding the new building/renovations is always welcome. Are the blueprints for Scotia Place public information? If so, where would you find them?

  • @greggoold9200
    @greggoold9200 Місяць тому

    Rip 🪦 Johnny Hockey 🏒 Johnny Gaudreau #13

  • @GamingAmbience
    @GamingAmbience Місяць тому

    This one definitely got to me. Never have I been emotional for a person passing in the sports world or entertainment until this happened. Seeing the support Calgarians showed at the dome made me tear up multiple times. I hoped that Johnny would return one day and retire as a Flame, I truly believe he knew how loved he was here. Rest in peace.

  • @generalimlerith8356
    @generalimlerith8356 Місяць тому

    Calgarians really are the best we rally like no others

  • @gfountyyc1050
    @gfountyyc1050 Місяць тому

    I never thought the death of an athlete could hurt this much. He was a really good guy (Matt too).

  • @ReidGladman
    @ReidGladman Місяць тому

    Well said Ryan, devastating news.

  • @bushydio
    @bushydio Місяць тому

    ethAN

  • @CLo-ly1ic
    @CLo-ly1ic 2 місяці тому

    I predict Gavin McKenna will score the first goal at the fire pit!!

  • @shanerboy9593
    @shanerboy9593 2 місяці тому

    Great design. Edmontons looks like a giant bed pan. Thankfully they didn't do anything as ugly as that.

  • @CLo-ly1ic
    @CLo-ly1ic 2 місяці тому

    I've nick named Scotia place the *** FIRE PIT ***

  • @fahqahsowl6498
    @fahqahsowl6498 3 місяці тому

    I don't find it impressive at all.

  • @JesusFriedChrist
    @JesusFriedChrist 3 місяці тому

    Looks horrible. Disgusting, hideous “MoDeRn” architecture. Literally all they had to do was build another Saddledome except 4-5,000 seats bigger. Instead we get some woke monstrosity. I will never set foot in that building. Dome or bust. Bust? So be it. Bust it is.

  • @kalicea70
    @kalicea70 3 місяці тому

    Does anyone have an opinion on the new arena has 800 seating less than the Saddledome? Doesn't that make it a bit harder to get seats?

  • @Podcastforthewin
    @Podcastforthewin 3 місяці тому

    when they were talking about the four elements, i thought they were going to shock us all with a opening roof, to represent Air.

  • @laytonwilson5829
    @laytonwilson5829 3 місяці тому

    Fire Place