Vladar got hung out to dry. Letting in 5 goals in 13 shots sounds bad, but the Flames gave up consecutive powerplays, including an extended 5-on-3. After the 5 goals on 13 shots, Vladar was shelled and let in only 2 goals on the next 31 shots. The Flames were 33% on faceoffs, were outshot 20-44, and took 7 penalties to Edmonton's 3.
It would have taken a vintage Kipper to keep that game close.
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