Flames and Kraken Clash in the Cauldron of Scotiabank Saddledome

As the Calgary Flames prepare to host the Seattle Kraken at the Scotiabank Saddledome, fans can anticipate a game where recent trends could play a significant role. The Flames have shown resilience and adaptability in their past performances, which may prove crucial against the Kraken.

In their last outing against the Los Angeles Kings, despite a valiant effort marked by an even-strength goal and one on powerplay, Calgary fell short with a 3-5 loss. The team's shooting percentage stood at 9 percent with 32 shots on goal but was outdone by Los Angeles' more efficient 15 percent shooting rate. A notable concern for Calgary was their faceoff win percentage which hovered just below half at 49 percent.

However, redemption came swiftly as they shut out Anaheim Ducks in a commanding victory where they capitalized on powerplay opportunities and showcased defensive prowess by not allowing any goals against them while shorthanded. Their goaltending was impenetrable with a save percentage of 100 percent from all shots faced.

The trend continued when they hosted Florida Panthers, securing another win with an impressive display of shorthanded strength scoring two goals. Their faceoff performance improved remarkably to 61 percent wins contributing significantly to maintaining puck possession.

These recent games highlight Calgary's ability to bounce back from setbacks and leverage special teams' situations effectively. They've demonstrated strong penalty killing abilities that could be vital against Seattle's powerplay units.

The upcoming match promises excitement as both teams bring unique strengths to the ice at Scotiabank Saddledome – known for its energetic atmosphere that often acts as an additional player for the home side.

Fans eager to witness this encounter can tune in on December 28th at 7:30 PM local time (2:30 AM UTC). Coverage will be available through ROOT Sports NW channel number 687 or nationally via ESPN+ internet streaming service.