This is where the Flames start taking over. First game they were out of sorts. Second game they were coming strong. Third game - this is where they pass the Ducks and don't look back.
Those rookie D are going to start getting exposed. Now that Gulutzan has the last change, it will help somewhat. I can't but think that the Flames should be targeting Lindholm the most - just have the forecheckers finish off every check against him. Nothing dirty, but everyone knows he isn't playing at 100%.
Flames just need to continue skating hard and simply finishing checks, and drive the net hard. Ducks want to play all along the boards and want to throw the players off with their dirtiness. Flames just need to play within the rules, but skate hard and be physical.
I see a series where the Ducks aren't keeping up with the Flames' speed as much. I see the Flames being caught up with too many holds and picks, and then trying to do the same back. Gulutzan was wrong in the press conference. The standard did not change at all during the game (or the series). The standard is always allowing the Ducks to get away with what they do, but call the other team when they do it.
Just concentrate on skating, finish every check, and attack the net more. You can't keep waving off every goal.
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