The Calgary Flames (24-178-7) remain home for a Thursday night matchup with the Anaheim Ducks (21-23-6). Tonight is the second meeting between the two clubs, with the last one serving as a pivotal moment in the Flames' season.
The Ducks, who had scored 16 goals during their three-game win streak, get stifled by Calgary goaltender Dustin Wolf in a 4-1 defeat. Frank Vatrano scores his 300th NHL point.
Frank Vatrano scored a shorthanded goal but the Ducks could not rally for a third-period comeback tonight in a 4-1 loss to the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. NHL GAMECENTER | DUCKS STREAM The loss snapped Anaheim's three-game winning streak and dropped the club to 21-24-6 on the season,
There was always the belief amongst Calgary Flames fans that Dustin Wolf would turn into a star goaltender. Few, however, expected him to be so dominant so early in his NHL career.
Dustin Wolf has had a phenomenal season. The rookie goaltender has been the best player on the Calgary Flames and is the sole reason they are in a playoff spot.
The Calgary Flames have dropped consecutive games and now trail the rival Vancouver Canucks by one point in the Wild Card race as they welcome the Anaheim Ducks to town. My Flames vs. Ducks predictions see Matt Coronato stepping up and helping Calgary reclaim momentum with a much-needed victory.
CALGARY - Matt Coronato scored twice and added an assist to lead the Calgary Flames past the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 on Thursday night. Blake Coleman and Adam Klapka also scored for the Flames (25-18-7), who continue to duel with the Vancouver Canucks at the Western Conference playoff cutline.
Wolf stopped 30 of 31 shots in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Ducks. Wolf gave up a shorthanded goal to Frank Vatrano in the first period, but the Flames scored four straight to earn the win. Wolf concludes January with a 7-3-0 record and 23 goals allowed over 10 outings for an excellent month that could help his case in the Calder Trophy race.
Matt Coronato scored twice and added an assist to lead the Calgary Flames past the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 on Thursday night.
Matt Coronato scores a natural hat trick and goaltender Dustin Wolf makes 30 saves to lead the Calgary Flames to a 4-1 victory over the Ducks.