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Playoff Playbook: CGY D Activation

Playoff Playbook: CGY D Activation

Flames pull through in Game 7

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Jack Han
May 16, 2022
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The Calgary Flames overcome a stirring playoff debut by Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger and prevail in overtime of Game Seven.

Though DAL almost completes an upset, CGY dictates play throughout. The Flames thoroughly out-perform the Stars at 5v5, doubling the underdogs in shot attempts 97-49.

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DAL-CGY Game 7 Statcap - Oettinger had the game of his life. - Lots of point shots & pressure for the Flames, hence why their d-corps had high game scores. - 7 scoring chances & 9 setups for Gaudreau & 9 chances for Tkachuk - 23 shot contributions for Gudbranson (!)
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One of CGY’s biggest competitive advantages is the frequency at which their weak-side defensemen get involved in the play. Instead of standing pat in anticipation of a turnover, Calgary’s WSDs sprint off the puck to get involved on breakouts and in the offensive zone.

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Via Hockey Tactics 2022: The Playbook

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