[hockey.modern]

- We have to take the next step forward. Did some things last year that will not be duplicated.

- Doesn't get caught up by analytic's. Flames have their own data. Have done some moves to improve it.

- Very impressed with Bob Hartley & Co. His attention to detail, to push and teach was the number one reason we had success last year.

- Bob's focus this season is very high. How to move forward and not be afraid of stepping back.

- Flames are getting a lot of praise in a very difficult conference.

- Likes where the D core looks on paper, likes the depth. High hopes for Dougie. Thinks Brodie is a very good player internally and hopes Dougie can be similar.

- Looking at opportunity to make a move on veterans. Young guys are always going to be looking for a job at training camp.

- Bennett had a tremendous summer. No need to rush him, staff will work hard with him. Will be center, and no need to put him in situations where it will be vulnerable in his development. We want him in center because that's his best spot. Want's him to take it to the next level in the NHL; learn the responsibilities.

- Michael Frolik: Fit's exactly want Flames wanted. He helps you win. Refers him to a Swiss army knife, has many attributes.

- Wildcard players pushing for a spot: Bill Arnold, Emile Poirer, Drew Shore. There is no need to rush them but looks to see how they compete at training camp.

- Lot's of competition for goalie spot. Will see if Ortio is ready for the next step. Should he take a spot a veteran will be traded. Their is time between training camp and the start of the season to make moves.

- Jon Gillies is a big goalie who just won the championship. Will take a slow approach with him and Mason Macdonald.

- Had talks on contracts with Johnny & Mony but will see how their season goes this year. Cornerstone pieces of the Calgary Flames. Their goal is to build on what they had last year. We often forget how young these guys are.

- The salary cap hit home to a lot of teams this year. Drafting properly, having a good players that are young make it a little easier to work with. Looking at cap and try to predict where it goes. The money will come if you have success.

- Thinks it's great thing the Battle of Alberta is back. Challenges the players even more.

- It's a family show that Bob is on, so Brad didn't go to the details when Edmonton won the lottery but in context it was "You have got to be kidding me.." Next choice was to respond and be better.

- Talked to Sam about McDavid, they have a strong relationship off ice but when they step on the ice both are very competitive.

- Won't guarantee a playoff spot, but really like how the team looks. Real good young group to be with veteran presence. Desperately want to improve and do well. They are working hard and hopes for an even better season.