Can Calgary Flames Ignite Victory Against Montreal Canadiens?

As the Calgary Flames prepare to host the Montreal Canadiens at the Scotiabank Saddledome, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Flames have shown a mixed bag of results in their last few outings, with a notable victory against the Los Angeles Kings where they displayed solid even-strength play, scoring four goals and securing an 11 percent shooting percentage. However, this was followed by a loss to the Seattle Kraken despite outshooting them 37 to 30.

The upcoming match against the Canadiens is an opportunity for redemption and to showcase their resilience on home ice. One area of concern for Calgary has been their powerplay performance; although they managed one powerplay goal in each of their past games, they will need to capitalize on more opportunities given that they only converted at a rate of about 20 percent over these games.

Defensively, Calgary has been consistent with goaltending proving reliable – boasting save percentages close to perfection in even-strength situations. This defensive solidity will be crucial as they face off against Montreal.

The Scotiabank Saddledome has witnessed fluctuating attendance figures but remains a fortress that can influence game outcomes significantly. With fan support behind them and lessons learned from previous matchups, the Flames are poised for what promises to be an exciting game.

Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ as it unfolds on March 16th at 23:00 UTC from Calgary's iconic venue. Will we witness another thrilling victory or will Montreal dampen the spirits? Only time will tell as both teams clash on Canadian soil.