Goaltending is an enigma. It's the one position that seems to defy logic and predictability, and yet is the most important position in the game. Goalies can literally steal a game for their team one night and on another, practically gift the win to their opponent. Finding a true number one goalie is incredibly difficult … Continue reading How much will this Flames’ season be dictated by Mike Smith?
The optimistic viewpoint of the Hamilton trade
Minutes felt like hours over the course of the NHL Draft weekend for Calgary Flames fans, who had to wait until the 105th pick to finally feel relevant compared to other teams. Of course Brad Treliving had quite the trick up his sleeve that sent a shockwave through the hockey word, and broke the hearts … Continue reading The optimistic viewpoint of the Hamilton trade
Cloud Nine or Rock Bottom? The Flames in Two Weeks
The Stanley Cup playoffs have been simply long and dreadful for Calgary Flames fans. The cup has been in the possession of the Washington Capitals now for two weeks, and it has been over two months since the Flames last played a meaningful game. There won’t be any regular season games until October 3, which … Continue reading Cloud Nine or Rock Bottom? The Flames in Two Weeks
Gaudreau’s Whippy Stick Has Flex Appeal
Johnny Gaudreau is one of the most exciting players in the National Hockey League. A creative puck handler with tremendous vision and hockey sense. Speedy, slippery, poised and patient. Gaudreau has more than earned the nickname “Johnny Hockey” since going to the Calgary Flames with their fourth-round pick in the 2011 draft. Three times an … Continue reading Gaudreau’s Whippy Stick Has Flex Appeal
About This Season: Flames crumble under heightened expectations in an inexplicable season
It seems like ages ago now when the Flames were entering the 2017/18 season with such joy and excitement towards a potential cup run. The team had just acquired a bonafide starting goaltender in Mike Smith, traded for Travis Hamonic to boast one of the best bluelines in the league, and were able to add to … Continue reading About This Season: Flames crumble under heightened expectations in an inexplicable season
About Last Night #82: Jankowski helps Flames end disappointing season on a positive note
That's all she wrote folks. The Calgary Flames 2017/18 season finally came to a close last night after 82 games of unfulfilled expectations. The Flames made sure that they entered the off-season with a sense of potential and purpose, as they dominated the Pacific Division Champion Vegas Golden Knights 7-1. The goals came early, and … Continue reading About Last Night #82: Jankowski helps Flames end disappointing season on a positive note
About Last Night #80: Flames get stomped out by surging Coyotes
It's not over yet! The Calgary Flames played host to the surging Arizona Coyotes last night, and it went exactly how you would think it would. The Flames would drop this contest 4-1 on home ice in front of a depleted Saddledome crowd. Arizona has been outstanding in the latter part of the season, with … Continue reading About Last Night #80: Flames get stomped out by surging Coyotes
The Flames should move Dougie Hamilton to the wing
One of the biggest issues that has plagued the Calgary Flames for the better part of two seasons is the absence of a capable right winger to play with Johnny Gaudreau and Sean Monahan on the first line. The right side has been an organizational weakness for several years, and efforts to fill this particular … Continue reading The Flames should move Dougie Hamilton to the wing
About Last Night #79: Flames finally win again, second straight in the Battle of Alberta
Yes the Calgary Flames' season is still going! If you had checked out early, like some people have, then you probably missed one of the most exciting meaningless games of the season last night. The Flames played host to their provincial rivals in the final Battle of Alberta this season. Both teams are limping towards … Continue reading About Last Night #79: Flames finally win again, second straight in the Battle of Alberta
About Last Night #77: Flames lose to Kings, season turning into royal disaster
In what once looked like it would be one of the most critical games in the season, the Calgary Flames dropped a 3-0 decision to the Los Angeles Kings last night. Because of the monumental collapse of the local hockey heroes over the last few weeks, this game was utterly meaningless. Mike Smith looked decent … Continue reading About Last Night #77: Flames lose to Kings, season turning into royal disaster
