10 games is a poor sample size as we all know. Using another metric, score-adjusted, instead of close boosts the sample size from 285 minutes to 531 minutes over those 10 games. Using score-adjusted, the Flames possession was 47.34% - good for 24th in the league in that time frame.
Regardless, 50.26% translates to about 93 points over the course of a season which is 5 points behind the Flames' current point per game pace. If they keep up 50.26% they should finish around 94-95 points which is good for a playoff spot. (47.34% translates to about 85 points FYI).
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