One thing that has become really evident in the last couple games is that the Flames have all but dropped their transition game.
One of the reasons they were successful early was that, when they got the puck they took off. They kept it simple and moved forward with speed at every opportunity.
Lately, they have reverted to the style of the last couple years: circle back, drop passes, guys standing still in the neutral zone.
The Flames really aren't good at passing the puck. It is incredible how often they miss the mark. So when they are standing still or circling back, a bad pass turns the puck and momentum the other way.
When they were keeping it simple and moving it forward, it at least kept the other team on their heels. So even when they did turn it over, it didn't result in an immediate transitional threat the other way.
Oh, and I completely agree with the poster (EE?) that said Hartley's constant tinkering has resulted in confusion and hesitant play.
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