Who starts in net for the NHLFlames? How is Calgary's top line looking in their return to the ice? WiebesWorld breaks down what the NHLJets can learn about their upcoming opponent after watching their exhibition loss on Tuesday.
One of the biggest storylines heading into training camp surrounded which goalie the Flames would be between the pipes in Game 1 of the post-season.Talbot gave up a goal just 64 seconds into the contest on a juicy rebound after he made a good save on the initial shot, then allowed another to Connor McDavid as the Oilers top-ranked power-play unit struck.
For what it’s worth, Talbot is a pending unrestricted free agent while the Flames committed to Rittich last summer. However, Lindholm — who led the Flames with a career-high 29 goals — scored a power-play marker and Gaudreau chipped in an assist. How those top guns perform could go a long way towards determining whether the Flames will be moving on to the round of 16 or facing another early exit.Flames winger Milan Lucic has a decisive edge when it comes to playoff experience, as he’s suited up in 114 postseason games — the bulk of which came as a member of the Boston Bruins.
When he’s on his game, Lucic has the potential to be a physical presence and provide some secondary scoring. His slick saucer pass to Sam Bennett on an odd-man rush during the third period showcased his playmaking ability, though Bennett was unable to convert the glorious chance.As expected, blue-liner Erik Gustafsson finds himself at the top of the Flames No. 1 power play unit.
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