Flames’ Playoff Push Hinges on Scoring | NHL News

0:00On September 13th, the Calgary Flanes are looking to bounce back this season after missing the playoffs last year. Their biggest hurdle is scoring. They were dead last in the league, for goals per game. Key players like Jonathan Hubbardau, who's recovering from hip surgery and Yegor Asshar and Govich, need to step up their production. The team's offensive struggles were real. Averaging just 2.54 goals a game. To make the playoffs, they'll need a stronger defensive game and stellar goal-tending from Dustin Wolfe. Wolfe, a former Call to Trophy finalist, had a less dominant season last year, and his performance will be crucial. Plus, younger core players like Mac Coronado and Conor Zeri need to continue their development and contribute more consistently. A significant addition is defenseman Simon Neemeck, acquired from the New Jersey Devils. He's expected to get a much bigger role and contribute offensively. Something he showed flashes of even playing behind established offenseman. He signed a 5-year deal, showing the team's commitment to him.

1:01Keep an eye on Ford, Madvee Greeden. He impressed last season after being called up, putting up 20 points in 37 games. He was a first round draft pick, and the team expects him to compete for a full-time spot and potentially play on the top line. Another young defenseman, Zane Perrek, also showed promise last season, especially offensively. He's expected to earn a full-time role this year, but he'll need to prove he can be effective on both ends of the ice. The team is hoping these young talents can help fuel their playoff push. Stay locked in with NHL News today. AI-powered updates.