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Tampa Bay Lightning and Calgary Flames Set to Ignite Scotiabank Saddledome

As the Tampa Bay Lightning prepare to face off against the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome, fans are in for an electrifying match. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 12th at 9:00 PM EST, will be broadcasted on ESPN+ and FDSSUN, offering fans multiple ways to catch the action live.


Jan 21, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) guards his net during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

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The Tampa Bay Lightning have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. With a victory against the Vancouver Canucks showcasing their offensive prowess by netting four goals and a strong defensive performance limiting their opponents to just two goals, they demonstrated what they're capable of when firing on all cylinders. However, a subsequent loss to the Edmonton Oilers with only one goal scored highlights some inconsistencies in both scoring and defense that they'll be eager to address.


On the powerplay front, despite not converting in their latest game against Edmonton, their success against Vancouver with two powerplay goals indicates potential special teams' impact in upcoming games. Their penalty kill has been solid, maintaining a high save percentage across recent matches.


Jan 21, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Pat Maroon (14) controls the puck in front of Calgary Flames defenseman Nikita Zadorov (16) during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Looking Ahead


The matchup at Scotiabank Saddledome promises an intense battle. The venue itself could play a significant role; known for its vibrant atmosphere that can energize home teams while posing an intimidating environment for visitors. However, Tampa Bay's ability to adapt and perform under pressure will be crucial as they aim to silence the home crowd early.


With both teams showing strengths that could turn the tide at any moment – from Tampa Bay's powerplay opportunities to Calgary's defensive resilience – this game is poised to be a closely contested affair.


Jan 21, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (77) controls the puck against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports

Fans should expect strategic plays focusing on exploiting powerplay chances while minimizing penalties as key factors influencing this matchup's outcome. As always, goaltending will play a pivotal role; both teams' netminders have proven capable of stealing games when called upon.


Join us on December 12th at Scotiabank Saddledome or tune into ESPN+ or FDSSUN at 9:00 PM EST for what promises to be an unforgettable clash between these two formidable foes.


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