Avalanche Face Calgary Flames: Final Road Clash Before Playoffs – Preview & Viewing Guide
The Colorado Avalanche are set to face the Calgary Flames in their final road game of the regular season. The puck will drop at 7:08 p.m. MT. With the playoffs approaching, this game holds significant importance for both teams.
Key Matchup Insights
- Avalanche Record: 53 wins, 16 losses, and 11 overtime losses.
- Flames Record: 33 wins, 38 losses, and 9 overtime losses.
Avalanche Roster Updates
In preparation for this game, the Avalanche have made some adjustments. Artturi Lehkonen rested during the previous game against Edmonton, and others might join him on the sidelines in Calgary. Notably, Cale Makar might return to the lineup, having participated fully in the morning skate prior to the Oilers match.
However, concrete details on the lineup will not be known until the pre-game warm-up. Mackenzie Blackwood is expected to start in goal due to the back-to-back game schedule.
Coaching Situation
This marks the second consecutive game without head coach Jared Bednar on the bench. He was sidelined after being struck by a puck over the weekend at Ball Arena and did not accompany the team to Alberta.
Flames’ Position and Implications
The Flames are guaranteed to finish in the bottom six of the standings. A loss to Colorado will solidify their position in the bottom four ahead of the upcoming draft lottery.
Player Updates
- Cale Makar: Upper body injury, potential return.
- Nazem Kadri: Upper body injury, unlikely to play against the Flames.
- Josh Manson: Upper body injury.
Projected Lineups
| Avalanche Lines | Projected Goalie |
|---|---|
|
Mackenzie Blackwood (unconfirmed) |
How to Watch
Fans can catch the game on Altitude TV or tune in to 92.5 FM for radio coverage. With the playoffs starting this weekend, every game counts as the Avalanche aim for another Stanley Cup championship.
Stay tuned as this matchup promises to be an exciting lead-up to the postseason!
