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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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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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:58 Calgary Flames Deadline Recap
08:59 Were The Flames Actually Smart at the Deadline?
17:00 Edmonton Oilers Deadline Recap
21:55 Western Conference Playoff Picture
24:49 The 2026 NHL Draft Has Higher Stakes
29:28 Most Intriguing Trades Around the NHL
31:19 Final Flames and Oilers Trade Grades
