In a disappointing clash, the Colorado Avalanche squandered a two-goal lead against the Calgary Flames, culminating in a 3-2 shootout loss at Ball Arena. This marks the third time in recent games that the Avs have faltered in the third period. Coach Jared Bednar criticized the team's defensive efforts and offensive struggles, stating that they need to be more decisive in closing out games, especially as the playoffs approach.

Cale Makar opened the scoring with a stunning goal, tying his career high with 28 goals. Nathan MacKinnon’s assist propelled him to lead the NHL scoring race, while Logan O’Connor added another for a 2-0 lead. However, the Flames struck back late in the third, with Ryan Lomberg and Adam Klapka finding the net in quick succession, leading to an eventual shootout where Yegor Sharangovich sealed the victory for Calgary.

With this loss, the Avalanche face pressing questions about their consistency and ability to maintain leads as the playoffs loom.

Yegor Sharangovich's shootout goal propelled the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche, breaking a seven-game losing streak against them. After falling behind 2-0, the Flames rallied with goals from Ryan Lomberg and Adam Klapka in quick succession during the third period. Dan Vladar made crucial saves, including three in the shootout, aiding the Flames in keeping their playoff hopes alive.

For the Avalanche, Cale Makar and Logan O’Connor found the net, but the team is now on a two-game home losing streak. Notably, Nathan MacKinnon extended his point streak to 25 games. Makar is tantalizingly close to becoming the first NHL defenseman to score 30 goals since Mike Green in 2009. The upcoming schedule sees the Flames facing the Utah Hockey Club, while the Avalanche will visit the Chicago Blackhawks.

The Calgary Flames dominated the Philadelphia Flyers with a solid 6-3 victory, highlighted by a powerful first period where they scored four goals. Connor Zary led the charge with a pair of goals, opening the scoring and then doubling the lead shortly afterwards. Despite the Flyers' Noah Cates and Andrei Kuzmenko narrowing the gap, the Flames responded with strikes from Yegor Sharangovich and MacKenzie Weegar, solidifying their lead by the end of the second period. Sean Couturier made it interesting with a goal in the third, but Matt Coronato sealed the game with an empty-net score.

Calgary Flames secured a vital 3-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken, powered by a dominant first period where they scored all three of their goals on the power play. Morgan Frost initiated the scoring for the Flames, followed by Yegor Sharangovich and Jonathan Huberdeau, the latter netting his 20th goal of the season. Seattle attempted a comeback with goals from Kaapo Kakko and Brandon Tanev, but could not overcome the early deficit. Flames' Dan Vladar made 27 saves, securing their position in the playoff race.

Despite their offensive prowess, the Flames have struggled in first periods prior to this game, having scored just 30 goals thus far. Conversely, the Kraken have conceded 61 goals in the first period, the second most in the league. The game was marked by a significant early hit from Calgary's Brayden Pachal that led to a double-minor for Seattle, contributing greatly to the Flames' scoring opportunities.

Calgary Flames secured a vital 3-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken, bolstered by a powerful first period where they scored three goals, including power-play strikes from Yegor Sharangovich and Jonathan Huberdeau. Morgan Frost initiated the scoring, with Sharangovich following up to extend the lead. Huberdeau capped off the first-period dominance with his 20th goal on a 5-on-3 advantage. Despite the Kraken’s attempts to rally back with Kaapo Kakko and Brandon Tanev scoring in the second and third periods respectively, they fell short, marking their fourth loss in six games.

Calgary's Dan Vladar made 27 saves, contributing significantly to their defensive efforts. The Flames have demonstrated an impressive record when scoring first, while Seattle continues to struggle with first-period goals against. Both teams look to regroup with upcoming matchups, with Calgary set to host the Toronto Maple Leafs and Seattle preparing to face the Detroit Red Wings.