The Anaheim Ducks secured a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Saturday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome, extending Calgary's season-opening losing streak to five games. (newsespn.pages.dev)
Ryan Poehling played a pivotal role for Anaheim, breaking a 2-2 tie with a short-handed goal at 5:35 of the third period. Unfortunately, Poehling sustained an injury during the play when he collided with the goalpost and Flames' goaltender Dustin Wolf, leading to his early exit from the game. (newsespn.pages.dev)
Additional goals for the Ducks came from Jackson LaCombe, Frank Vatrano, and Nikita Nesterenko. Ville Husso, making his first start of the season, contributed significantly by stopping 27 shots. (newsespn.pages.dev)
For the Flames, Morgan Frost and Aydar Suniev each found the back of the net, with Matt Coronato assisting on both goals. Despite these efforts, Calgary's defense struggled, and goaltender Dustin Wolf faced 28 shots, saving 24. (newsespn.pages.dev)
This loss marks the first time in franchise history that the Flames have started a season with an 0-5 record. The team will look to reverse their fortunes in the upcoming rematch against the Ducks on Tuesday night in Anaheim. (newsespn.pages.dev)