Flames Comeback in 3rd Period, Defeat Islanders in Shootout

The Calgary Flames rallied in the third period and secured a 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders in a shootout at Scotiabank Saddledome on Tuesday. Dustin Wolf played a key role with 28 saves, helping his team earn the win after the Islanders led 1-0.

Flames Equalize and Force Overtime

The Flames found their equalizer in the third period when Rasmus Andersson scored a power-play goal at 8:17, leveling the score at 1-1. After a series of crucial saves from Wolf, including a stop on Bo Horvat and Maxim Tsyplakov, the game headed into overtime after a tough battle on both sides.

Shootout Success for Calgary

In the shootout, Andrei Kuzmenko opened with a backhand goal, followed by Justin Kirkland, who added another goal to seal the win. Wolf stopped both Islanders shooters, including Kyle Palmieri’s one-timer.

Islanders’ Early Lead

For the Islanders, Pierre Engvall scored early in the second period to give New York a 1-0 lead. Despite 30 saves from Semyon Varlamov, the Islanders couldn’t hold onto the lead. New York coach Patrick Roy praised both teams, acknowledging the competitive nature of the game and saying, “It was a one-goal game, it could go either way.”

Calgary’s Resiliency Pays Off

The Flames, who have now won three of their last four games, showed strong resilience throughout the contest. Wolf’s standout performance in net was critical, making crucial saves in high-pressure moments. Andersson described the game as “an absolute grind,” and expressed pride in his team’s determination, especially their ability to bounce back in the final period.

Key Performances:

• Dustin Wolf: 28 saves, stopping both shootout attempts
• Rasmus Andersson: Power-play goal in the third period
• Andrei Kuzmenko and Justin Kirkland: Shootout goals
• Pierre Engvall: Goal for the Islanders

Next Up for Calgary

The Flames will continue their strong season, aiming to build on this momentum as they keep pushing for a playoff spot. With their latest win, the Flames show their ability to overcome challenges and battle until the final whistle.