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Calgary Flames to Face St. Louis Blues: Yegor Sharangovich and Jordan Kyrou Shine in Previous Games

The Calgary Flames are gearing up for an exciting clash against the St. Louis Blues at the Enterprise Center on March 29th. Both teams have been in impressive form lately, and this game promises to be a thrilling battle on the ice.


Jan 23, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) and Calgary Flames right wing Adam Klapka (43) gets into a scrum during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

In their previous three games, the Flames have seen some outstanding performances from their players. Defenseman Nikita Okhotiuk has been a force to be reckoned with, delivering solid hits and spending an average of 14 minutes and 34 seconds on the ice per game. Brayden Pachal has also showcased his defensive prowess, tallying three shots and playing for an average of 14 minutes and 56 seconds.


On the offensive end, forward Kevin Rooney has been a key contributor, recording one assist and three shots on goal. His linemate Connor Zary has also impressed with two shots and a solid presence on the ice. Another player to watch out for is Blake Coleman, who has shown great versatility by contributing defensively with two hits and offensively with two shots.


Jan 23, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) makes a save against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

However, it is Yegor Sharangovich who has truly shined for the Flames in these past games. The forward has displayed incredible skill and determination, racking up one goal, one assist, four shots on goal, and a plus-minus rating of +1. His ability to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates makes him a standout performer.


As for the St. Louis Blues, they have their own set of top performers who will be looking to make an impact in this game. Defenseman Matthew Kessel has been a defensive stalwart with an average time on ice of 11 minutes and 51 seconds per game. Forward Nathan Walker has showcased his physicality with three hits per game while also displaying offensive potential.


Jan 23, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames goaltender Jacob Markstrom (25) reacts as St. Louis Blues left wing Brandon Saad (20) scores a goal during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

The Blues' defense will be anchored by Marco Scandella, who has been a reliable presence on the blue line. Torey Krug has been an offensive threat from the defense, registering six shots on goal in the past three games. Colton Parayko has also contributed to the team's defensive efforts with one hit and one takeaway per game.


In goal, Jordan Binnington has been outstanding for the Blues, making crucial saves and boasting a save percentage of 100%. His ability to come up big in pressure situations will be vital for the team's success.


Looking at the overall performance of both teams over the past three games, it is clear that the Flames have shown more consistency and offensive firepower. Their average goals per game stand at 2.33, while the Blues have averaged 1.67 goals per game during this period.


The Flames' powerplay unit has also been impressive, converting on 20% of their opportunities. On the other hand, the Blues' penalty kill has been solid, successfully defending against all powerplay attempts by their opponents.


As we approach this highly anticipated matchup between two talented teams, it is evident that Yegor Sharangovich's exceptional performances make him a player to watch for Calgary Flames fans. However, Jordan Kyrou's contributions cannot be overlooked either as he leads the St. Louis Blues with three goals and two assists in their previous three games.


The upcoming game promises to be an intense battle between two skilled teams fighting for victory. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ (Internet) and BSMW (TV) at 9:00 PM (local time).

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