http://calgaryflames.net Because everyone is entitled to our opinions Tue, 18 Nov 2008 05:42:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en With only 2 wins in their last 7 games, the Flames are back in action versus one of their division rivals, the Colorado Avalanche. Their last setback, was an embarrassing 6-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks, and after 5 days rest, look for the Flames to come back firing on all ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/11/17/back-at-it/ Each year, the excitement mounts as I count down the days until the Flames season opener. However, after last night's game, I think I am going to skip future season openers, and count down to the second game of the season. Let's face it, with the exception of a portion of ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/10/uh-oh-the-flames-did-it-again/ Forget the sophmore jinx, Calgary is more familiar with the big contract jinx. Remember Roman Turek? It seemed his play tanked the moment he signed a big contract. I dare say that Phaneuf's signing was a more responsible one than that of Turek, simply because the Flames have had more ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/07/10-things-to-watch-big-bucks-phaneuf/ The acquisition of Mike Cammalleri was arguably [and in my opinion, certainly] the biggest off-season move that the Flames made this year. Losing Alex Tanguay leaves a play-making void that Cammalleri is expected to fill, but additionally, the Flames would like to see him add a big scoring punch. Two seasons ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/06/10-things-to-watch-cammalleri/ Jarome Iginla has been one of the NHL's most consistent players of this decade. He is the heart and soul of the Flames due in part to his class, leadership, and intensity. Both tough and a gifted goal scorer, Iginla is from the same mold as such legends as Maurice ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/05/10-things-to-watch-iginlas-production/ When the Flames made their run at the Stanley Cup in 2004 they showed a surprising amount of depth on the blue line. Even as injuries mounted, the supporting cast stepped up their play to keep the Flames in the post-season. This year the defensive depth cannot be questioned. Here's ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/04/10-things-to-watch-defensive-depth/ With today being the second pre-season edition of the Battle of Alberta, let's take a look at the NHL's second greatest rivalry (save only the Habs/Leafs). Last year's Battle of Alberta was dead-even with both the Flames and Oilers winning four games, each taking two at home and two on the ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/03/10-things-to-watch-battle-of-alberta/ In the past few seasons the team has struggled to find consistency over the 82-game schedule. Should the Flames want to earn home ice advantage at any point in the playoffs, a more consistent regular season performance will be required in 2008/09. Two seasons ago was the hallmark of inconsistency for ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/02/10-things-to-watch-a-search-for-consistency/ Let's continue our preview of the 2008/09 season by taking a look at a guy who has the potential to put up some big points: Matthew Lombardi. As it happens, the Flames official site has pre-empted me with their recent article on Lombardi's chances at a breakout season. Just see ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/10/01/10-things-to-watch-lombardis-hands/ We are now eleven games from the start of the Flames 2008/09 campaign, so it's time to start getting ourselves into gear for the season again. I'll be celebrating the new season by counting down 10 things to watch over the 82 game regular season. Today's subject is prospect Mikael ... http://calgaryflames.net/2008/09/30/10-things-to-watch-backlund/