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Oh boy. This was an ugly one for the Flames. They started the game out ok, but a few bad bounces left them in an early hole. But when adversity struck, the team completely fell apart, and in the third period when they were down a defensemen, that was when the wheels really came off … Continue reading About Last Night #23: Shutout streak continues, Flames lose big to Golden Knights
In the first of a quick two-game western road trip, the Calgary Flames were unable to find any offence against the stingy Arizona Coyotes. Although there were plenty of chances, the Flames couldn't solve Darcy Kuemper. Even though there were no goals, there were plenty of fireworks in a feisty Pacific Division game, but the … Continue reading About Last Night #22: Flames blanked in the desert by Coyotes
Welcome back to The Sunday Census. Throughout the week, The Win Column will be posing topical and intriguing polls on Twitter (@wincolumnblog) to gauge the fan-base’s stance on pressing issues. Want to make sure your opinion is taken into effect? Vote in the polls, start a debate, and propose alternative suggestions on the polls! https://twitter.com/wincolumnblog/status/1195101606452158464 … Continue reading Sunday Census: David Rittich’s workload and how to best use Michael Frolik
Earlier this week we gave report cards out to the Calgary Flames forwards and now we will turn our attention to the defensive corps. Before we get into the ratings, it is important to remember that we are all privileged to watch, write, and read about hockey, not to mention play it. TJ Brodie suffered … Continue reading Calgary Flames Quarterly Report Cards: Defence
It was another game where the Flames struggled to put anything on the board until the back half of the third period. They had their chances, including a stellar look from Andrew Mangiapane in the opening few minutes of the game, but couldn't get anything by Ben Bishop until too late. Outside of an okay … Continue reading About Last Night 21: Flames’ offense still cold, fall to Stars 3-1
Nearly a quarter of the way through the season, much of the Calgary Flames' on-ice performance has left a lot to be desired. Mediocre starts, the lack of 60-minute efforts, and constant trailing in games have tarnished the fact that they're sitting pretty at fourth in the Pacific Division with 23 points, three points behind … Continue reading Calgary Flames home-and-away split influenced by their special teams
Having just finished their 20th game of the season, the Calgary Flames have finished one quarter of the regular season. After a rocky start to the season, it finally feels like the team is finding some consistency and is starting to play like the team they were last season. While a lot has been made … Continue reading Calgary Flames first quarter report cards: Forwards
