All signs pointed to last nights outing against the defending champions being another deflating loss for the Flames. Jon Gillies surrendered two goals in the first 3:05 of the game and the Flames were playing comeback almost since the opening faceoff. It did not look promising, and the Flames desperately needed points to climb back … Continue reading About Last Night #67: Flames’ playoff hopes take another hit with OT loss to Penguins
About Last Night #40: Fast and furious Flames cause Kings to crumble
The Calgary Flames started off slowly, and were poised to play their trademarked "half-asleep until ten minutes left in the third" brand of hockey, but instead they woke up well before the first period was half over. Being down 2-0 after 20 was not indicative of how quickly they turned the game around. They thoroughly … Continue reading About Last Night #40: Fast and furious Flames cause Kings to crumble
About Last Night #24: Leafs Smother the Flames
It was a dreadful evening in Calgary. The Flames put forth a dismal effort against the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs, losing 4-1. After Roman Polak's opening goal was deflected in by an unfortunate bounce off Travis Hamonic, it was all Leafs. Toronto beat Calgary in most statistical categories and dictated play for the duration of … Continue reading About Last Night #24: Leafs Smother the Flames
About Last Night #23: Redemption in Denver
After dropping a 6-4 decision to the Dallas Stars the night before, the Flames bounced back against the Colorado Avalanche on last night in a big way. The Flames scored two goals in the final minute of the second period which led to a 3-2 victory. In the final game of their six-game road trip, … Continue reading About Last Night #23: Redemption in Denver
About Last Night #22: Down in Dallas
The Calgary Flames gave up three separate leads in their bout against the Dallas Stars. One day removed from American Thanksgiving, the Stars were probably adding the Flames' defensemen onto their list of things they're thankful for. On multiple occasions, the Flames were unable to clear the puck from their zone and instead gifted the … Continue reading About Last Night #22: Down in Dallas
About Last Night #21: Feeling Blue in Ohio
It was a night to forget for the Calgary Flames as they fell 1-0 to the Columbus Blue Jackets in overtime. After appearing nearly unbeatable in extra time the last few seasons, a costly TJ Brodie turnover led to the only goal of the game, reducing the Flames' overtime record to 12-3 over the last … Continue reading About Last Night #21: Feeling Blue in Ohio
About Last Night #20: Capital Domination
Other than allowing a goal to Lars Eller just 62 seconds into the contest, the Flames completely dominated the Washington Capitals last night, earning a 4-1 victory. Johnny Gaudreau scored on a partial break to tie the game early in the first period and there was no looking back for the Flames. Gaudreau extended his … Continue reading About Last Night #20: Capital Domination
About Last *Afternoon* #19: Monahan Scores Hatty against Elliott
The Flames found themselves in a 3-1 hole at the end of the first period, but managed to battle back to beat the Philadelphia Flyers in overtime yesterday afternoon. This was the first time ex-Flames goaltender Brian Elliott faced his old teammates, and was burned for five goals in the Flyers loss. Mike Smith made his … Continue reading About Last *Afternoon* #19: Monahan Scores Hatty against Elliott
About Last Night #18: The Flames got Torched
To start off their six game road trip, the Calgary Flames visited the Little Caesar's Arena for their second and final matchup of the season against the Detroit Red Wings. With starting goalie Mike Smith injured, Eddie Lack got his second start of the season. Things went south rather quickly as the Flames found themselves … Continue reading About Last Night #18: The Flames got Torched
About Last Night: Thoughts From Game #17
Opponent Monday: St. Louis Blues @ CGY Result Dominating the Blues in all situations, the Flames capped their seven game home stand with a 7-4 win last night. With a 5-2 record over this stretch, the Flames finally appear to be living up to their potential and are starting to get scoring from the bottom … Continue reading About Last Night: Thoughts From Game #17
