On a positive note the Flames didn't give up until about the last two mins. Carried the play for the last 12 or so mins of the second and most of the third. Looked like the Glencross goal might spark a comeback but terrible timing on the Gio penalty. You could see the Flames players groaning on the bench.
I thought MacDonald looked okay considering he hasn't played much in a long time. He might be a decent backup when Kipper comes back.
Also I think the defensive rotation for the 5/6 pairing is not a bad idea but too bad we couldn't turn all four of these guys into two good players for the bottom pair. Haven't been impressed with any of them the last few games (not fair to Babchuk as he just returned obviously).
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