Clash at KeyBank Center: Calgary Flames Face Buffalo Sabres

As the Calgary Flames prepare to take on the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center, fans can expect an intense matchup. The Flames have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, which could make for an unpredictable game.

In their last three games, the Flames have experienced both highs and lows. Their most recent match against the Washington Capitals ended in a narrow defeat during a shootout after a 2-2 tie in regulation time. Despite outshooting the Capitals with 40 shots to 23 and winning 61 percent of faceoffs, they couldn't capitalize on these opportunities as much as they would have liked, with only one powerplay goal from five chances.

The game prior saw another close contest where the Flames fell short against the Pittsburgh Penguins with a final score of 5-2. The team's shooting percentage was slightly better at around six percent but still not enough to secure victory despite taking more shots than their opponents once again.

However, it's not all doom and gloom for Calgary fans. In their encounter before that against the Winnipeg Jets at Scotiabank Saddledome, they emerged victorious with an impressive five goals from just 22 shots – showcasing an exceptional shooting percentage of nearly 23 percent – and successfully defending all powerplay attempts by Winnipeg.

The upcoming game will be held on October 19th at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. Fans can catch this exciting NHL action live on ESPN+ or MSG-B starting at 7:00 PM Eastern Time (ET). With recent performances suggesting that shot conversion and powerplay efficiency could be key factors; it will be interesting to see how Calgary adapts its strategy to secure a win away from home.