The 2025 NHL trade deadline has passed and the Edmonton Oilers were busy while the Calgary Flames remained idle. Were these the right decisions for the two teams?

Hosts Faiz (The Oil Rig) and Josh (The Win Column) are joined by Greg, Simon, and Aman to break down all the action. The crew discusses the Flames trade deadline philosophy, the Oilers' moves and the impacts, and what it all means for the Battle of Alberta.

They also debate the merits of buying vs. selling at the deadline, whether the Flames have an actual vision, and whether the Oilers are comfortable with their playoff roster. They also grade each team's performance at the deadline.

Tune in for all that and more on this Fuel and Fire Podcast episode!

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With the NHL season heating up, the Edmonton Oilers are finding their groove, while the Calgary Flames are searching for answers. Are the Oilers finally living up to expectations? Can the Flames turn things around before it’s too late?

Hosts Faiz (The Oil Rig) and Josh (The Win Column) are joined by special guests Simon (The Win Column) and Greg (The Oil Rig) to discuss the state of both Alberta teams. They analyze key player performances, coaching decisions, and each squad's playoff picture.

The crew also dives into the 4 Nations Face-Off—going over what stood out, which players impressed, and how international play can be a concern for Team Canada over the coming years.

As for the NHL regular season, how do the Flames and Oilers approach the trade deadline? Could a trade be made between the two teams? Tune in for all that and more!

The Fuel and Fire Podcast is a show that talks about the Battle of Alberta with fresh perspectives and hot takes on the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers. Hosts and guests on the show all feature as team members of The Win Column or The Oil Rig, where the sports rivalry lives on well beyond the ice.

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Heading into the holiday break, the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers are inching back to where they should be in the NHL standings. How much of each team’s situation is dictated by their star players, their young prospects, coaching decisions, and more? Host Faiz (The Oil Rig) is joined by Alex (The Win Column) and Sean (The Oil Rig) as the trio discuss the different directions the Flames and Oilers have headed.

They also find common ground in expressing their surprise with how Team Canada’s 2025 World Juniors roster has panned out with notable snubs and questionable philosophies. Finally, they close out the episode with holiday wishes for the Flames and Oilers, both naughty and nice.

Articles mentioned in the episode:
🔥 Evaluating Ryan Huska’s system and player deployment
https://thewincolumn.ca/2024/12/13/evaluating-ryan-huskas-system-and-player-deployment/

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and New Faces Joining Fuel and Fire
02:42 Calgary Flames' Current Situation
08:38 The Oilers Are In A Better Spot
12:24 Dig In Right Now
19:10 Assessing Ryan Huska's Coaching
29:57 Kris Knoblauch's Impact on the Oilers
36:41 Comparing Coaching Styles: Woodcroft vs. Knoblauch
44:51 Assessing Team Canada's World Juniors Roster
57:36 Holiday Wishlists for the Oilers and Flames

The Fuel and Fire Podcast is a show that talks about the Battle of Alberta with fresh perspectives and hot takes on the Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers. Hosts and guests on the show all feature as team members of The Win Column or The Oil Rig, where the sports rivalry lives on well beyond the ice.

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