CALGARY — The Calgary Flames showcased their resilience, overcoming a two-period deficit with a four-goal explosion in the third period to secure a 6-3 victory against the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Saddledome on Tuesday. Blake Coleman and Yegor Sharangovich each scored twice, while Noah Hanifin contributed a goal and two assists, fueling the Flames’ impressive comeback. Goalie Jacob Markstrom made 30 saves, playing a crucial role in the win for Calgary (18-18-5), who demonstrated their prowess in rallying from behind.
The Senators (14-22-0), despite a strong start, couldn’t maintain their momentum, succumbing to the Flames’ relentless pressure in the final period. Brady Tkachuk and Dominik Kubalik provided the early goals, while Joonas Korpisalo stopped 31 shots.
The game started on a high note for Ottawa, with Jacob Bernard-Docker’s shot deflecting off a Flames defenseman to open the scoring. Calgary responded quickly through Connor Zary, but Kubalik’s goal near the end of the first period regained the lead for the Senators. The second period saw Sharangovich equalizing for Calgary, but Tkachuk’s power-play goal put Ottawa ahead again.
The third period, however, belonged entirely to the Flames. Hanifin’s early goal tied the game, followed by Coleman’s go-ahead goal, capitalizing on a key save by Markstrom on Mathieu Joseph’s breakaway. Sharangovich and Coleman’s subsequent goals sealed a remarkable turnaround for Calgary.
The Senators’ defenseman Thomas Chabot expressed frustration at the team’s inability to maintain their lead, emphasizing the need for the group to execute their game plan more effectively. Ottawa’s coach echoed the sentiment, acknowledging the challenge of maintaining consistency against top-tier teams like Calgary.
For the Flames, the victory highlighted their capability to overturn deficits, tying them for the NHL lead in wins when trailing after two periods. Noah Hanifin’s performance was particularly noteworthy, as he played a pivotal role in igniting Calgary’s third-period surge.
As the Flames continue to demonstrate their fighting spirit, the Senators face the task of regrouping and finding ways to close out games more effectively. Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance this season, and this game underscored the fine margins that often decide the outcomes in the NHL.
