A lot of missed chances off decent rushes. Like last game, once a goalie gets into their head in a game, the adjustment is they start shooting high and missing the net.
Backlund now 17 games without a goal. Quasi 2nd line centre,where this team needs a strong second line. And for around half of those he’s been on the top line as a winger where they desperately need a guy who can get his nose dirty and finish...not play around the edge looking to make a nice play.
Lindholm is a finisher. So was Ferland. Backlund isnt.
Flames need they extra gear and need to be pushed to get that extra goal. Can Ward do that?
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