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John Gove's Archive

Should we be concerned about the defense?

September 5, 2021 - 4:43 PM ET

Let me start by saying I'm ready for the new hockey season. Coming up with offseason topics is fun for a while, but it is starting to run its course. Good thing we are almost there. Okay, let's get to the defense. I have spent far too much time talking about Calgary's forward group, going on...

What about goaltending?

September 8, 2021 - 2:37 PM ET

Today, I want to talk about goaltending... When looking at Calgary's forward group and blueline depth, I feel like we can reach similar conclusions. There are certainly some bright spots, but the group as a whole feels a bit incomplete. Is it the same case with the organization's netminders? L...

Flames stuck in neutral as season draws closer

September 13, 2021 - 4:33 PM ET

With rookie camp set to begin on Wednesday, I felt it appropriate to tie a final bow on the offseason chatter. Though I am excited to embark on my first full season covering the Flames, my outlook on the year is currently quite vanilla. Heading into the offseason, I truly felt like Calgary would...

A realistic approach to following Calgary's upcoming prospect camp

September 14, 2021 - 1:33 PM ET

Calgary's 2021 Prospects' training camp begins tomorrow, as the Flames plan to host 27 young players hoping to make a lasting impression on the franchise. Rookie/prospect camps are an interesting part of the hockey calendar. After months without hockey, it is the first sign that the NHL's regular...