Flames’ Heartbreaking Loss Deals Major Blow to Playoff Hopes

NHL

CALGARY — Defeated.

In their most crucial game of the year, the Calgary Flames were truly defeated.

Not necessarily due to controversial NHL situation room decisions, as many fans at the Saddledome speculated.

But rather by the exceptional performance of Dallas Stars goalie Casey DeSmith.

On a painful night where Connor Zary`s season is likely over after a terrible collision that aggravated his left knee injury, the Flames` playoff dreams were dealt a severe blow from multiple directions.

The Flames were frustrated as two of their goals were disallowed following video reviews, struggling to comprehend how they could lose a game despite outshooting their opponents 48-20.

Eldon Wicks
Eldon Wicks

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