Some strange similarities to the 85/86 season.
The Flames coach is named Bob in both cases.
A rookie goalie has caught fire. (Ortio vs. Vernon)
In both cases, the franchise scoring leader who wore number 12 had been traded.
Both teams saw a lengthy losing streak (8 and 11 games respectively)
Both teams had a rookie in the Calder race (Suter vs. Gaudreau)
If this team gets into the playoffs they could be a dark horse pick.
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