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FlamesNation Radio Episode 15: taming cats, Tkachuk’s excellence and the playoff chase
It’s FlamesNation Radio, Episode 15! This week, Ryan and Shane recap the Flames’ big win over the Florida Panthers, chat about Matthew Tkachuk’s excellence, and discuss the approach to the Pacific Division playoff race!
They also chat about the jam-packed February schedule, Valentine’s Day and some forward options for the Flames at the trade deadline.
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Breaking News
- 20 Days, 20 Questions: Who will be the Flames’ fourth line centre in 2026-27?
- What Ryan Pike read, watched and listened to in August 2026
- Derek Wills returns as radio play-by-play voice on QR 77, Pat Steinberg to host Flames Now on weekday afternoons
- How the Calgary Hitmen have navigated the impacts of the NCAA’s rule changes
- A look at the Calgary Flames’ projected line combinations
Calgary FlamesTeam Cap Summary
Cap Summary
2026-27
2027-28
Projected Cap Hit
$89,116,666
$70,041,666
Projected Cap Space
$14,883,334
$43,458,334
Current Cap Space
$14,883,334
$43,458,334
Active Players
23/23
16/23
Draft Picks
Round
'26
'27
1
2
1
2
3
2
3
1
2