Flames have lost 5 of 7, they really need to go into this break with a bit of optimism IMO.
I think coming back from 4 Nations and having Zary/Bahl will give them a boost and the time off will be important for guys like Backlund. But mentally, the team needs a W before the break.
Things are tight right now in the playoff race but it only takes another short stretch like this of 5/7 for things to snowball.
Does anyone know, over the 4 nations break are players given mandatory days off or will teams be practicing? Feels like the Flames could use some practice time to try out some new pairs and lines.
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