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Calgary Flames and Colorado Avalanche Clash at Scotiabank Saddledome

As the Calgary Flames prepare to host the Colorado Avalanche at the iconic Scotiabank Saddledome, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent success on home ice. The upcoming game, scheduled for March 13th, promises to be an exciting matchup in the National Hockey League calendar.


Dec 11, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri (91) shoots and scores in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

The Flames have been showcasing a strong performance in their past games. In their most recent encounter against the Los Angeles Kings, they secured a convincing victory with a score of 4-2. The team's offensive prowess was on full display as they outshot their opponents 37 to 23 and capitalized on even-strength opportunities by netting four goals. Their goaltending was equally impressive, boasting a save percentage of one hundred percent against even-strength shots.


Another notable performance came during an away game against Edmonton Oilers where the Flames demonstrated their scoring efficiency with six goals from just thirty-one shots – translating into an impressive shooting percentage of nineteen percent. Their powerplay contributed significantly with one goal from four opportunities.


Dec 11, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Avalanche goaltender Ivan Prosvetov (50) celebrates the win over the Calgary Flames at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Against Boston Bruins, Calgary showed resilience by taking the game into overtime and securing a win with an overtime goal that pushed them over the line for a final score of 3-2. This victory underscored both their tenacity and ability to perform under pressure.


The venue could play a pivotal role in this upcoming fixture; historically, Scotiabank Saddledome has been a fortress for Calgary. With passionate support from home fans likely to create an electrifying atmosphere, it may give them that extra edge needed against formidable opponents like Colorado Avalanche.


Dec 11, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Calgary Flames center Martin Pospisil (76) shoots the puck at Colorado Avalanche goaltender Alexandar Georgiev (40) in the first period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch this thrilling encounter live on ESPN+ or ALT network as these two teams battle it out under the bright lights of Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary on March 13th at 7:00 PM local time (MDT).

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