Calgary Flames Shut Out Anaheim Ducks, Ending Their Playoff Hopes
Wow. Just…wow. The Calgary Flames absolutely demolished the Anaheim Ducks last night, winning 4-1 and officially ending Anaheim's playoff hopes for a seventh straight season. It wasn't even close. The game was in Calgary, and honestly, from the opening puck drop, it felt like one team was playing a different sport.
A Night of Flames Domination
I mean, 16 seconds into the game, Nazem Kadri scores a breathtaking goal. Sixteen seconds! You could practically hear the collective gasp from Anaheim fans (if any were brave enough to be in attendance). Blake Coleman then adds two more – one shorthanded, the other on the power play – showing off some serious versatility. And to top it all off, Kevin Rooney finally broke his 18-game goal drought. It was a night of redemption for a few Calgary players.
Meanwhile, in net for the Flames, rookie Dustin Wolf was a brick wall. Twenty-six saves, earning his 25th win of the season. The kid is incredible. He looked calm and collected, even when things got a little hairy. It was a stellar performance, easily the best I’ve seen from a Flames rookie goalie in a long time. His performance, alongside the Flames' offensive explosion, was enough to seal the deal.
The Ducks' Disappointing End
For the Ducks, it was… well, it was tough to watch. Olen Zellweger managed to score one, but ultimately, it felt like a single drop in a vast, overflowing bucket. The injury to their starting goalie, John Gibson, in the second period didn't help matters either. You know how sometimes things just spiral? That's kinda how it felt watching the Ducks last night. Seven years without a playoff appearance is a long time, and frankly, they need some serious changes.
What's Next for These Two Teams?
So, what are the big takeaways? For Calgary, it's their improved offense, Coleman's amazing night, and Wolf's continued dominance in net. For Anaheim? Rebuilding, and lots of it. The Ducks play the Vancouver Canucks next, while the Flames face off against the Vegas Golden Knights in what will surely be a nail-biter. The Flames’ victory puts them just five points away from a playoff spot - they're still very much in the running!
The Flames' Playoff Push
With just seven games left in the regular season, the Flames are in a serious fight for a playoff berth. This victory against the Ducks gives them some much-needed momentum, but they can’t afford to let up. Their next game against Vegas is absolutely crucial. Can they keep this up? Can they grab a playoff spot? It’s all going to come down to the wire.
It's going to be a wild ride to the finish line!
