Calgary came out and scored a quick 4 goals chasing starting goalie Martin Brodeur. IN true Flames fashion reminiscent of the Ottawa game last week, they had extended periods where they turned off the pressure to give NJ life.
Thankfully the top line was just that, #1. In games they don’t perform expect the Flames to lose. Tonight they showed up in true fashion, and along with some help from the defencemen, managed to find the net six times.
Jarome Iginla lead the way with a Gordie Howe hat-trick scoring once, assisting twice, and getting into a quick scrap. Glencross for his part had 4 points and leads the team with 18 goals.
Calgary had under 20 shots on goal, a tell tale sign that everything isn’t as rosey as it may appear. With a vast number of injuries the Flames need to find some solutions to their forward ranks, namely scoring beyond the top line.
The defence have seldom contributed to the scoring sheet but tonight they combined for three goals. Brodie, Bouwmeester, and surprisingly Sarich all had tallies.
Ducks are in town Thursday, the Flames could help their cause in their pseudo playoff push with a win.
Calgary Flames seems to have rejuvenated their game strategy and did so very effectively – with even the defensive players chipping in with offense.. Hopefully, this trend continues because even after being outshot 38-14, they were able to display their offensive power. Unfortunately, the only two setbacks of the game were the short handed and a power play goals; but atleast the Flames were able to score on a man advantage courtesy of Brodie.
Nonetheless, it is good to see the front line performing so well and awesome to see players like Backlund, Bouwmeester, Glecross, Iginla, Jokinen and Stempniak earn multiple points in one game. Thanks to Kippersoff for his magificient ability in making tremendous saves. Now get ready for the Ducks guys…..Go Flames Go!