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Originally Posted by NegativeSpace
I am excited for tonight just to get things going and talk about something other than contracts and Eichel.
I have been conditioned over my life to expect a Flames loss to start the season, but our top players have looked lights out in the preseason to me. I was really surprised and excited to see the top line neutered McDavid so well in that preseason game. We finally have a coach that can play the match-up game with other coaches. I think that Edmonton was going as hard as they could in preseason but the Flames have another gear. Just hoping Darryl has them ready after that long break.
Regardless of the result, I am excited for the progress of the season. Unlike the last few years, my expectation is that the Flames are better prepared not to have any extended losing streaks. I like that Darryl has had them conditioned and practicing at a higher pace. Have a few decent winning streaks with no extended losing streaks and this team will be a nightmare in the playoffs.
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They absolutely had the Oilers contained before Gaudreau took a seat for the night.
I feel like if Markstrom is dialed in they can do that again and finish strong.