Flames Aim for Third Straight Win Hosting Blackhawks
The Calgary Flames, fresh off a 5-1 victory over Columbus highlighted by Nazem Kadri's celebration, are set to face the Chicago Blackhawks at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The team has built momentum with two consecutive wins and a dominant 10-2 goal differential over the last 120 minutes at home ice.
Coach Ryan Huska Shares Optimism
“They’re starting to do some things that are more indicative of a winning team,”
Huska said after Wednesday's win. He added,
“I still think we have a ways to go, but that’s a few areas, for sure, a huge step in the right direction. You give yourself a chance to win games when you’re disciplined like that.”
Offensive Improvement and Team Effort
Despite early struggles to score during the season, the Flames are trending upward, especially on home ice. The offense has become more diverse, with eight different players scoring the last 12 home goals. Blake Coleman leads with three goals, while Kadri and Adam Klapka each have two.
Key Highlights:
- Two straight wins for the Flames.
- Outstanding home game performances with a 10-2 goal differential.
- Multiple players contributing to the offense.
The Flames appear to be recapturing the form that brought them close to the playoffs last spring, building confidence for their upcoming games.
Author's summary: Calgary Flames show signs of a turnaround with strong home performances and balanced scoring as they aim for a third consecutive win against Chicago.