Flames Face Blackhawks: Predicted Lineup Revealed
The Calgary Flames begin a two-game road trip in Chicago, facing off against the Blackhawks tonight at 6:30 p.m. MT. Fans can catch the action on Sportsnet West.
Flames Predicted Lineup Against Blackhawks
In preparation for this crucial match, the Flames have made some strategic lineup changes. Sam Honzek is currently sidelined with an upper-body injury, which has prompted the team to call up forwards Sam Morton and Dryden Hunt.
Player Insights
- Sam Morton: He has recorded 12 points in 16 games with the Wranglers this season.
- Dryden Hunt: Leading the Wranglers in scoring, he has amassed 16 points in 15 AHL games.
As indicated by the morning skate lines, Morton is set to make his season debut with the Flames. He is positioned to center a line with Ryan Lomberg and Adam Klapka. Meanwhile, Mikael Backlund, despite not skating this morning, will also participate in the game, as confirmed by head coach Ryan Huska.
Forward Lines and Defensive Pairings
In Backlund’s absence during the morning practice, Hunt skated at center alongside Blake Coleman and Connor Zary.
- Forwards:
- Yegor Sharangovich – Nazem Kadri – Joel Farabee
- Jonathan Huberdeau – Morgan Frost – Matt Coronato
- Connor Zary – Mikael Backlund – Blake Coleman
- Ryan Lomberg – Sam Morton – Adam Klapka
- Defense:
- Kevin Bahl – Rasmus Andersson
- Yan Kuznetsov – MacKenzie Weegar
- Jake Bean – Brayden Pachal
- Goaltender: Dustin Wolf
As the Flames prepare to face the Blackhawks, any changes to lines or pairings will be updated after warm-ups. This matchup promises to be an exciting contest for both teams.
