Yesterday, Karim (@karimkurji) broke down NHL team rosters based on how each team obtained their players. One team in particular raised some eyebrows: As of today, the Detroit Red Wings currently ice zero players acquired via a trade.That’s not to say Ken Holland hasn't been busy — the Red Wings have made 10 trades since … Continue reading The curious case of the Detroit Red Wings’ roster
About Last Night #41: Fire and fury from Flames as Ducks fall in Calgary
The Calgary Flames started the game off with a first period to remember. After Glen Gulutzan's hammer throw trials for the 2020 Olympics, the Flames put together one of their most dominant first periods this season. The Anaheim Ducks barely mustered any measurable momentum, going long stretches without shot attempts. The Flames earned an early … Continue reading About Last Night #41: Fire and fury from Flames as Ducks fall in Calgary
About Last Night #38: Flames’ winning streak at Honda Center ends at one
The Calgary Flames visited the Honda Center, with hopes of starting a new NHL record for consecutive wins in an opponent's building. Unfortunately, the Disneyland attempt came to a halt at one. On the second of a California back-to-back, the Flames took an uncharacteristically high number of penalties. One trip to the penalty box was … Continue reading About Last Night #38: Flames’ winning streak at Honda Center ends at one
How to Win #Flames1stGoal
One of the most universal human experiences involves logging onto Twitter and making a guess for the Calgary Flames’ #Flames1stGoal contest. Every single game day, you select a player in hopes of being right, and more importantly, scoring those coveted tickets to a home game. There are many strategies for picking the first goal scorer. … Continue reading How to Win #Flames1stGoal
Why the Calgary Flames’ Window is Wide Open
When Brad Treliving signed his multi-year extension this past summer, Calgary Flames fans rejoiced in a collective happy dance. The heir to the Boston Pizza kingdom has served more than his fair share of mouthwatering cap-friendly contracts, and delivered on his promise of making the Flames competitive again. He gave us Dougie Hamilton and Travis … Continue reading Why the Calgary Flames’ Window is Wide Open
Visualizing Versteeg’s Shootout Prowess using 3D CAD
In Which Versteeg Was Our Biggest Shootout Blessing You can’t reminisce on the 2016-17 season without thinking about just how good Kris Versteeg was for the Calgary Flames in the shootout. A dreaded way to end any hockey game, Versteeg took matters into his own hands and put on shows that made staying until the … Continue reading Visualizing Versteeg’s Shootout Prowess using 3D CAD
Predicting Jarome Iginla’s Future
It is nearly mid-August and Jarome Iginla remains unsigned. That means there are 31 GMs with very cold shoulders, which is very uncharacteristic during the hottest season of the year. Since we’re getting tired of waiting and being uncertain about what Iginla’s situation may be come October, we decided to employ artificial intelligence to take … Continue reading Predicting Jarome Iginla’s Future
