I think 3-2 Dallas is a perfectly fair split given the play so far. Even so, the Flames are totally capable of winning the next 2 games, but only if some of their more offensively talented players really step it up.
As much as it's frustrating to watch Johnny struggle, I at least get the sense he is struggling. Monahan and Lindholm look, to me, like they're not elevating their games to where they need to be. And with Tkachuk out, the Flames have few other weapons.
I wonder if Ward will give the D men freer rein to take offensive chances. Offence from defence used to be a Flames strength, and they have the horses, but it's not happening as they focus on tight D. I'd almost prefer they try to run and gun a bit more and see if they can win a 10 goal game, rather than a 3 goal one.
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