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The Avalanche's top line shined in the win over the Flames on Halloween. "Wake the Puck Up" breaks down the action. The post WTPU: Avalanche’s top line delivered in Halloween win over Flames appeared first on Mile High Sports .
The Calgary Flames fall 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena, extending their winless streak in Denver since 2022. Rookie goalie Arsenii Sergeev, in only his second NHL start, makes 28 saves, while the Avalanche jump to a 4-0 lead early with goals from Artturi Lehkonen, Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Necas and Brock Nelson. Flames goals come from Joel Farabee and Martin Pospisil, who notes Colorado’s speed and forecheck. Coach Ryan Huska calls the effort “so‑so,” citing poor zone time and generation. The Flames head to San Jose on Monday after the tough road stretch.
Here are some key storylines to watch and the Calgary Flames’ upcoming schedule for the week of Nov. 1-8, 2026. A Promising Win Followed by Another Setback The Calgary Flames…
The Calgary Flames fall 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche in a back‑to‑back road showdown on November 1, 2026. Despite a respectable 45.67% Corsi For and solid high‑danger coverage (61.11% HDCF), the Flames couldn’t contain Colorado’s speed, leading to three 5‑v5 goals against. Highlight performances include Matvei Gridin’s 53.12% CF% Corsi lead, Zayne Parekh’s perfect 5‑0 high‑danger chance record, and Joel Farabee’s fifth goal, riding a 66.32% xGF% streak. Young netminder Arsenii Sergeev struggled after a Cooley injury, while the team’s adaptable forecheck/trap strategy earned mixed results. The article breaks down shot metrics, line contributions, and suggests the Flames have time to improve.
The Colorado Avalanche fire on home ice, with Martin Necas scoring in the second period against the Calgary Flames at Ball Arena on Oct. 31, 2026, while Cale Makar and Nazem Kadri add to the offensive surge. Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens extend their winning streak as goalie Jacob Fowler shines, and Sidney Crosby sets a new NHL record for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The roundup also notes Detroit’s late‑game collapse against St. Louis, veteran forwards edging toward a Flyers return, the Devils’ impressive early‑season stats, San Jose’s coaching frustrations, and Anton Lundell’s breakout role for the Panthers.
The Colorado Avalanche defeat the Calgary Flames 5-2 on Halloween night at Ball Arena. Nathan MacKinnon opens the scoring early, but Artturi Lehkonen ignites a hot streak with two goals, ending the night with 12 on the season, while Cale Makar records a season‑high four assists. Martin Nečas adds a power‑play goal, and Martin Pospisil scores on a Brent Burns turnover. Calgary’s lone highlight comes from Joel Farabee’s first‑period goal. The win propels Colorado forward as they head into a back‑to‑back road trip, opening against Chicago on Nov. 2.
The Colorado Avalanche dominate the Calgary Flames 5-2 on Oct. 31 at Ball Arena, showcasing vintage home‑ice prowess. Artturi Lehkonen nets two goals, joining the NHL’s top five scorers with 12 goals, while Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Necas and Brock Nelson each add a goal. MacKinnon and Necas also record assists, and Cale Makar dishes out four helpers. Goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood earns his 10th start, stopping 25 shots for a 7-3-0 record and a .897 save percentage. Head coach Jared Bednar praises the effort but warns the real test lies on the road.
The Colorado Avalanche may have found their legs and made it a spooky Saturday night for the Calgary Flames. The post Avalanche make it a spooky night for the Calgary Flames appeared first on Hockey Mountain High .
The Calgary Flames fall to the Colorado Avalanche 5-2 on Saturday night in Denver, ending their back‑to‑back road swing. Nathan MacKinnon opened the scoring at 5:47 of the first period, followed by power‑play goals from Martin Necas and Artturi Lehkonen, then Brock Nelson capped a four‑goal first‑half burst. Joel Farabee scored the Flames’ lone goal in the second period, and Martin Pospisil narrowed the gap to 4‑2 early in the third before Cale Makar’s point shot deflected by Lehkonen restored Colorado’s five‑goal lead. The post‑game reaction blames the Flames’ rush defence and fatigue from a tighter schedule, while praising goaltender Arsenii Sergeev’s effort despite the loss.
The Oilers Nation article ranks the Edmonton Oilers' seven biggest rivals, with the Florida Panthers at #1 after beating Edmonton in the 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup Finals. The Vegas Golden Knights sit at #2 following playoff showdowns in 2023 and 2025, while Colorado, Dallas, Anaheim, Utah, and Minnesota round out the list. The piece also notes the recent shutout of the Calgary Flames and the shifting relevance of traditional foes like Calgary and Vancouver amid rebuilds. Player highlights include McDavid vs. MacKinnon, Eichel, Makar, Kaprizov and a roster of rising stars across the rival teams.
"Probably the worst 40 minutes I've been a part of since I got here": The Kraken went from hot to not on the eve of Halloween, playing an ugly, disjointed brand of hockey as they got blown out in Calgary. It's a performance they can't afford to repeat.
Join the Conversation as the Colorado Avalanche welcome their old rivals the Calgary Flames on Saturday night. The post Game Thread: Avs welcome old rival Flames for Saturday night hockey appeared first on Hockey Mountain High .
The Colorado Avalanche host the Calgary Flames tonight at 8:00 PM MDT for the first Halloween game in 24 years. Colorado (7‑5‑1) rides a 5‑2 win over New Jersey, with Nathan MacKinnon leading the league in points (22) and Artturi Lehkonen topping the Avs in goals (10). Goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood is expected to start after recent strong play. Calgary (6‑7‑0) has surged, winning five of its last six games, highlighted by a 6‑2 victory over Seattle and Dustin Wolf’s first win in weeks. Injuries linger for both clubs, including Flames’ goaltender Devin Cooley (week‑to‑week) and Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (out eight weeks). A win pulls Colorado within one point of second‑place Utah in the Central Division.
The Calgary Flames will start rookie netminder Arsenii Sergeev on Saturday night against the Colorado Avalanche after injury to Devin Cooley placed the veteran on the IR. A 2020 seventh‑round pick, Sergeev is 23 and posted a 4‑2‑0 record in his first six AHL games with the Wranglers before being recalled on Friday. Coach Ryan Huska cites Sergeev’s strong debut last season, when he earned a win over the Los Angeles Kings, as a reason for confidence. The game airs on Sportsnet’s Saturday Night Hockey.
The Calgary Flames (6-7-0, 12 points) launch a three‑game road trip Friday night against a rested Colorado Avalanche (7-5-1, 15 points) in an 8 p.m. MT broadcast on Sportsnet West and QR Calgary. After snapping a losing streak with a win over Seattle, the Flames look to extend their recent surge—six wins in eight games—while avenging a 7‑3 loss to Colorado earlier this season. Key Flames contributors include Matt Coronato, Joel Farabee, and goaltender Dustin Wolf, though they’re missing Jonathan Huberdeau and others. Colorado counters with Nathan MacKinnon, Martin Necas and Artturi Lehkonen, starting goalie Scott Wedgewood. The matchup marks the second of three meetings this season, with the series finale set for April 8 in Calgary.
The Avalanche host the Calgary Flames on Oct. 31 at 8:10 p.m. MT, enjoying a rare two‑day rest while the Flames come off a 6‑2 win in Seattle. Colorado (7‑5‑1) leads the season series 1‑0 after a 7‑3 road victory earlier in October, and they’ll be without defenseman Josh Manson for eight weeks, with Noah Juulsen stepping in. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood starts, boasting a .913 save percentage in his last five games. The Flames, 1‑4‑0 on the road, may rely on rookie Arsenii Sergeev after Devin Cooley’s injury. The game airs on Altitude TV and 92.5 FM.
The Colorado Avalanche face another hot team on Saturday night with their old rivals the Calgary Flames coming to Denver. The post Avalanche facing another hot team with the Calgary Flames appeared first on Hockey Mountain High .
The Calgary Flames rebound from a 4-0 loss to Edmonton with a 6-2 home win over the Seattle Kraken, improving to 6-7-0 and avenging two earlier 6-1 defeats. Young prospects Aydar Suniev (fourth goal, five points in 10 games), Matvei Gridin (goal, assist, five goals, nine points in eight games) and defenseman Zayne Parekh (first even‑strength point, strong defensive play) stood out alongside veterans Matt Coronato (three assists, a goal), Morgan Frost (opening‑goal scorer, four goals, nine points) and Joel Farabee (insurance goal). Goaltender Dustin Wolf posted a 0.909 save percentage, and the special teams converted both power‑play chances while killing three of four penalties. The win highlights the Flames’ evolving line‑up and balanced contributions from both newcomers and seasoned players.
The Calgary Flames rebound with a 6-2 win over the Seattle Kraken on October 31, 2026, fueled by a dominant second period. Youthful scorers Aydar Suniev, Matvei Gridin, Matt Coronato, Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost each chipped in, while Zayne Parekh led Corsi (78.74% CF) and helped secure a 21-6 shot‑attempt advantage. Goaltender Dustin Wolf posted a solid 1.67 xGA, allowing only a power‑play goal. The victory marks a shift after two 6-1 defeats, highlighting emerging players like Simon Nemec, Jonathan Castagna and prospects Carson Carels and Hunter Brzustewicz as the Flames’ future defensive core.
The Colorado Avalanche host the Calgary Flames on Halloween for their first home game in 24 years, tipping off at 8 p.m. MDT. The Avs (7-5-1) look to even the series after a 5-2 win over New Jersey, while the Flames (6-7-0) ride a four‑game winning streak despite recent goalie injuries. Key injuries for Colorado include defenseman Josh Manson (out eight weeks), boosting Noah Juulsen’s role. Calgary’s net is unsettled after Devin Cooley’s injury; Dustin Wolf earned a 6-2 win over Seattle, with backup Arsenii Sergeev called up. A victory could bring the Avs within one point of second‑place Utah in the Central Division. Projected lineups feature Nathan MacKinnon, Artturi Lehkonen and Cale Makar for Colorado, and Nazem Kadri, Brock Nelson and goaltender Wolf for Calgary.
After a 4-0 shutout loss to Edmonton on Oct. 30, the Calgary Flames rebounded on Oct. 31 with a dominant 6-2 win over the Seattle Kraken at the Scotiabank Saddledome, extending their four‑game home streak. Morgan Frost opened the scoring, and five other Flames—Aydar Suniev, Matvei Gridin, Joel Farabee, Matt Coronato and Ryan Strome—added goals. A mid‑game line‑up shuffle sparked a 5‑1 run, while Seattle starter Philipp Grubauer exited after allowing four goals. Farabee posted three points, tying Coronato for the team lead at 14 points after 13 games. Goaltender Dustin Wolf made 20 saves for his second win, and the Flames now head to Denver to face the Avalanche.
The Calgary Flames rebound from a recent shutout with a dominant 6‑2 home win over the Seattle Kraken on October 31, 2026. After an early fight between Adam Klapka and Curtis Douglas, the Flames strike first on a power play, Morgan Frost scoring with assists from Joel Farabee and Matt Coronato. Seattle equalizes via Frederick Gaudreau, but Calgary answers with three unanswered goals in the second period, highlighted by Aydar Suniev and Matvei Gridin. Late third‑period tallies from Zach Whitecloud (assisted by Coronato) and Ryan Strome seal the victory, showcasing superior five‑on‑five play and special‑team execution.
In the latest ONR podcast (Oct. 31, 2026), hosts recap the Oilers' recent home stand and preview a grueling three‑game road trip in four nights. Highlights include Colton Dach’s two‑goal performance in a 4‑2 win over the Calgary Flames, Tristan Jarry’s shutout, and speculation on whether Matt Tomkins or rookie Devon Levi will start the back‑to‑back games. The episode also touches on the Dylan Larkin trade saga in Detroit and Connor Hellebuyck’s move to New Jersey, before ending with betting chatter and score predictions for Saturday’s showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Flashback Friday revisits the quirky trade history between the Calgary Flames and Colorado Avalanche, spotlighting five deals that revolved around Dean McAmmond, Alex Tanguay and Jordan Leopold. Highlights include the 2006 swap that sent Leopold and draft picks to Colorado for Tanguay—who posted a career‑best 81 points in his first Flames season—and the 2009 re‑acquisition of Leopold for two defensemen and a second‑round pick. The piece also traces McAmmond’s two‑stint journey and the recent 2026 deadline deal that sent Nazem Kadri for Victor Olofsson and future picks, illustrating how these two clubs have been frequent, sometimes odd, trade partners.
On Oct. 30, the Calgary Flames lost 4-0 to the Edmonton Oilers, ending a four‑game winning streak and slipping to a 5‑7‑0 record. Despite the shutout, defenseman Zayne Parekh stood out, logging 15:43 of five‑on‑five ice and helping the Flames generate 78.39 expected goals in his shifts while limiting the Oilers to just five shots. The team posted a positive expected‑goals advantage (2.0 vs. 1.45) but faltered in the third period, surrendering two goals after a Kevin Bahl penalty. Injuries to Brennan Othmann and goaltender Devin Cooley further hampered Calgary. The matchup marks the last Battle of Alberta before a March 3 rematch in Calgary.