[PGT] Flames squander another crucial one. 5-3 VGK

[DeluxeMoustache]

Originally Posted by browna

Sure, but Rittich should've had one or both of the first two goals and that would've made just as much of a difference in the final tally.

It's getting far too late in the season worrying about keeping Rittich's spirits up so he doesn't crumble again, which is what this coaching staff seems to be doing.

This team needs wins and this team plays a bit more confident in front of Talbot since the ASG basically.

Hm. Did you see all of the stuff that leaked through Talbot last game? He got really lucky.

I didn’t like Rittich’s first goal tonight, didn’t have good position for the rebound

But the second goal? Cross slot one timer. What’s he supposed to do on that?

I thought he was the better goalie tonight but not the luckier

[Chonger]

Originally Posted by zamler

What is Ward good at?

Not saying the N-word

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[djsFlames]

Ward is good at leaning on the right players in the first 55 minutes of games.

The last 5 is where all previously imployed logic is lost, from player deployment to time out usage, or lack thereof.

[Lil Pedro]

Thought Lucic was an absolute beast tonight, loved his game. Really hope Hanifin is OK too. Vegas was the better team tonight; really would have liked to have gotten a point though since we tied it up late. Onto the Islanders on Wednesday. Get a win and this homestand looks promising.

[3rd liner]

Originally Posted by zamler

Would you hate the Flames if they played like Vegas?

It isn’t how they play that bugs me. I wish the flames were that consistent and tenacious . It’s the expansion draft they were gifted from the start and their instant success and ability to have assets to trade this early. Add in the fact that Mcnabb is dirty,
Marchessault is a d***he on and off the ice and carrier is a plug=dislike.

[curmudgeon]

Lehner runs into Backlund outside the blue paint and thats goaltender interference?!?!?!? Thats horsefeathers, what a load of crap!

[FireGilbert]

Wow. Was just following the score and saw it had gone from 3-2 late to 5-3 final. I didn't realise at the time the Flames had tied the game only to lose the lead shortly after on a softy. This team is so frustrating to cheer for.

[djsFlames]

Originally Posted by Samonadreau

This game is by no means all on Ritter, especially that last goal, but the time to run with Talbot is now.

Yup.

Even if Rittich manages to not be the reason you lose, Talbot right now is showing the ability to be the reason you might win.

That option should win out every time in a playoff race, unless the guy you're starting falls off a cliff.

[nieuwy-89]

I feel bad for my kids. So excited when the Flames completed the comeback and tied it up...only to be crushed seconds later. And then I have to make it seem like its all a-ok even though I'm seething on the inside.

[DeluxeMoustache]

Originally Posted by curmudgeon

Lehner runs into Backlund outside the blue paint and thats goaltender interference?!?!?!? Thats horsefeathers, what a load of crap!

Lehner was pushed the same direction Backlund was skating, man

You can’t push the goalie out of the crease and then score

[DeluxeMoustache]

Originally Posted by djsFlames

Yup.

Even if Rittich manages to not be the reason you lose, Talbot right now is showing the ability to be the reason you might win.

That option should win out every time in a playoff race, unless the guy you're starting falls off a cliff.

* Forbort’s strong stick when the puck is rattling around behind Talbot helps too

[jayswin]

Originally Posted by btimbit

I liked the broadcast. Leah took a bit to settle in but was really good the second half. Would totally be down for her getting more games

Loved her humility, I value that trait in people so much, especially in a professional setting. Would love to see her in a colour position as play by play takes a lot of practice.

"Well actually that was a pretty useless stat wasn't it? But that's how my brain works". That was excellent. 95% of broadcasters are intent on presenting themselves in the best possible light they can, I love chill on air personalities that don't take themselves too seriously.

[Shazam]

Originally Posted by Chonger

Not saying the N-word

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He could be better at nagging.

[Dion]

Originally Posted by GioforPM

I don’t think it’s odd at all. I think it was always the plan to get a new HC after the season ends. In fact, Ward may be gone completely if the new HC wants his own guys.

You obviously didn't read the post I was responding too.

[united]

I actually didn't realize the gap had narrowed this much.

https://twitter.com/user/status/1236848098531573760

Kent Wilson @Kent_Wilson
Backlund is 3 points back of Monahan.

[calgaryfox]

Unless the top line gets shaken up soon, we're destined for another first round disappointment - if we get there of course. Whenever we play against a team with the intensity of the Knights, all they do is shut down Johnny and Monahan goes into hide and seek mode. Lindholm is the only one of the three with any defensive IQ and when Monahan eventually gets back to defend (he's not slow - he just skates in installments) his inability in his own end essentially puts us on the PK.

I would like to see him traded, he's great sniper, but in today's game you need a strong, fast, two way No 1 centre. They don't grow on trees and we would have to give up a Kings ransom, but without one we will continue to be first round fodder.

[N-E-B]

The team is playing well and people are ready to write them off because of an absolutely flukey bounce?

They didn’t deserve to win this game and still went toe to toe with a really good team and only lost because of a terribly unlucky bounce.

This won’t be the last game they lose this year. Just focus on winning the next one and continue rolling on.

[DeluxeMoustache]

Originally Posted by N-E-B

The team is playing well and people are ready to write them off because of an absolutely flukey bounce?

They didn’t deserve to win this game and still went toe to toe with a really good team and only lost because of a terribly unlucky bounce.

This won’t be the last game they lose this year. Just focus on winning the next one and continue rolling on.

It really is that simple

[dino7c]

And Vancouver lost so they are still in control for a divisional playoff spot...nobody is running the table

[The Boy Wonder]

This team would be better off to try to get lucky on getting lafreniere than to expect to compete in the next 5 years. Mediocre flames are mediocre as they have been since ~1991