Nathan MacKinnon tallied three assists in the second period, leading the Colorado Avalanche to a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames. This performance allowed MacKinnon to reclaim the NHL points lead, now at 83 points, including an impressive 63 assists. Teammate Martin Necas contributed significantly, scoring two goals and an assist, while Cale Makar added another goal, marking his 20th of the season.

The Avalanche dominated the second period, outscoring the Flames 3-0 and outshooting them 17-3. Calgary's Jonathan Huberdeau scored first on a two-man advantage, but Colorado quickly took control. Mackenzie Blackwood was solid in goal, stopping 27 shots to secure the win.

The Calgary Flames are currently fourth in the Pacific Division, holding 55 points and facing competition from the Vancouver Canucks, who are just one point behind. Despite their position, the Flames are aware that making the playoffs is uncertain but remain determined to give their best effort. Key players like Jonathan Huberdeau, Nazem Kadri, and rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf are pivotal to the team’s aspirations. Wolf's impressive performance has earned him recognition as a Calder Trophy contender, ranking sixth in save percentage and tenth in goals against average.

Recently, the Flames demonstrated they could contend with top teams like the Winnipeg Jets, enhancing their wild card hopes. As the season progresses, the Flames will play additional home games in February, presenting a significant opportunity to accumulate points. Regardless of the playoffs' outcome, Dustin Wolf's standout season offers a glimpse of a promising future for both the player and the franchise.

Dylan Larkin netted his 23rd goal of the season, leading the Detroit Red Wings to a decisive 3-1 victory over the Calgary Flames. The win marked the Red Wings' fifth consecutive triumph, keeping them in pursuit of the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. Alongside Larkin, Simon Edvinsson and Andrew Copp contributed to the scoreline, with Copp sealing the match with an empty-net goal.

In goal, Cam Talbot was formidable against his former team, making 33 saves and extending his impressive run, winning three straight games and nine of his last ten. The Flames managed to score through Nazem Kadri's power-play goal, but it proved insufficient. Rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf faced 22 shots for Calgary, now just one point ahead of Vancouver for the second wild card in the Western Conference.

Calgary Flames goalie Dustin Wolf has been named the NHL's Rookie of the Month, achieving a significant milestone by securing seven wins in January. With a record of 7-3-0, his performance includes a .922 save percentage and a 2.32 goals-against average. The 23-year-old has played a crucial role in keeping the Flames in playoff contention this season, as they entered their game against the Detroit Red Wings holding the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

In other league highlights, Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak stood out as the first star of the month, leading with 24 points, while Washington Capitals goalie Logan Thompson was recognized as the second star. Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski rounded out the top three stars.

In a dominant performance, Matt Coronato's hat trick propelled the Calgary Flames to a 4-1 victory against the Anaheim Ducks. Coronato, with his second and third goals of the night, capped off his stellar outing with an empty-netter. Adam Klapka added another for the Flames, who are firmly in the playoff hunt, battling with the Vancouver Canucks. Calgary's goaltender Dustin Wolf was impressive, stopping 31 shots, while Anaheim's John Gibson saved 26. Frank Vatrano managed to score the solitary goal for the Ducks.

The game unfolded in the Saddledome amidst trade speculations, with the Flames making lineup adjustments, including the scratching of Andrei Kuzmenko. In a fierce game, Coronato took advantage of an Anaheim defensive error to score the go-ahead goal just before the end of the second period, marking a pivotal moment in the match. The Flames' physical play also stood out, as they out-hit and out-blocked the Ducks.