As much talk about the goaltending, the Flames just can't produce enough offence. Woe-be to Flames without such impressive defensive scoring output.
Colborne is going to score 20 goals this year by sheer force of will. He's like a clydesale out there, eventually he's just using his brute force to muscle a goal or two in. How many chances did he have tonight? 7? 8?
Jokipakka looks terrific. I love that guy already. I'd say he's easily been Calgary's most consistently physical defender, maybe player, since his arrival. What a great trade, addressed a huge need for this roster and I think he's going to pay immediate dividends in the next two years.
Hiller is not long for the NHL. Flames have a league worst goaltending to go along with league worst PP.
Gaudreau's inability to produce goals away from home ice is troubling. If it's a trend that continues next season it could be extremely troubling. 52 points at home vs 19 on the road, 4 goals on the road, 23 goals (in 37 games) a home.
Bouma seems to be the victim of as many big hits this year as he threw last year. injury aside, just another game in a step-back season from him.
As far as this team goes, Stajan isn't anywhere near a problem. His cap sucks hard, but he is a contributor out there and I think provides a lot of heart for the roster.
Bollig stinks. Don't know what the situation is like in the lockerroom, but his on-ice attitude doesn't seem in sync with the rest of the roster.
Couple nice hits from Ferland tonight.
Liked Jooris' response to the hit. It wasn't just that it was a big hit, it was that rat Kadri doing it.
As weak as Hiller is IN net, Nakladal is in front of the net. Soft effort on his part tonight. I don't expect Hulkamania out there, but put in at least a Jordan Leopold level effort to tie up your man or put your stick on his hip.
Monahan had a couple of rough turnovers tonight. Not a great game from him. Maybe had too much fun in Montreal last night.
Flames really need more forwards. 2 more top 6 players and probably 2 more bottom 6 players. Very thin lineup if you really look at it.
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