About this episode
Ryan Huska discusses the Calgary Flames' decision to extend their entire coaching staff and the importance of continuity for the team's growth.
On hour one of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Logan Gordon dive into the big news of the day: the Calgary Flames have officially signed their entire coaching staff to two-year contract extensions! Head coach Ryan Huska joins the program to discuss why retaining Dave Lowry, Cail MacLean, Trent Cull, Jason LaBarbera, and Jamie was a top priority for the organization, and Huska reflects on the "unanimous positivity" from player exit interviews regarding the staff and explains how continuity in their vision is vital for the team’s long-term growth. (25:56) Our Pacific Division insider, Jonathan Davis joins the show to bring the latest from the Stanley Cup Playoffs after both the LA Kings and Edmonton Oilers were eliminated in Round One, his impressions of the Vegas Golden Knights' series against Utah, and what could be next for the Edmonton Oilers.
People in this episode
Hosts: Pat Steinberg, Logan Gordon
Guest: Ryan Huska
Topics covered
- Calgary Flames
- coaching staff
- Stanley Cup Playoffs
- NHL
- player exit interviews
- team continuity
Keywords
- Calgary Flames
- coaching staff
- Ryan Huska
- Stanley Cup Playoffs
- NHL
- Dave Lowry
- Cail MacLean
- Trent Cull
- Jason LaBarbera
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Calgary Flames, LA Kings, Edmonton Oilers, Vegas Golden Knights
Places: Utah
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