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.
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 (!)
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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