I didn't think the Flames were that bad last night. Penalties hurt them, and the lack of calls going the other was noticeable, but basically I think they ran into a really solid team. Scott Darling had some great saves and the Hurricanes were infuriatingly in position all freaking game; their defense especially looked great. I think if one of the Flames early chances had gone in and Carolina had to play catch up for at least a little bit, it would have been a much different game.
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