Introduction
The Calgary Flames won a close game on Saturday night. They beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2. The game was played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Matvei Gridin scored the goal that won it. The Flames held on in the last minute. The Oilers Beat Maple Leafs 1-0 on the same night.
What Happened
Calgary scored first in the second period. Morgan Frost scored at 2:13 of the second. Yegor Sharangovich set up the goal. The Kings tied the game early in the third period. Joel Armia scored at 6:21. Then Gridin put Calgary ahead again at 11:21 of the third. Sharangovich added an empty-net goal with 1:14 left. An empty-net goal is scored when the other team’s goalie is off the ice. Mats Zuccarello scored for Los Angeles just 18 seconds later. It was his first goal of the season. But the Kings ran out of time.
Why People Are Talking About It
Goalie Dustin Wolf was the star for Calgary. He made 29 saves. The Kings shot the puck 31 times. Calgary shot only 24 times. Wolf kept his team ahead when it mattered. Sharangovich had a goal and an assist. He was one of the three stars of the game. The loss was the fourth in a row for Los Angeles. The Kings are now 5-11-2 this season. Calgary moved to 9-10-1. The Flames are now 2-0-1 in their last three road games.
What Happens Next
Calgary plays next at Anaheim on Sunday. Los Angeles plays next at Boston on Tuesday. The Kings need wins soon to stop their slide. The Flames will try to keep their road form going. Both teams are still early in a long season. But every point counts in a tight race.
Final Thoughts
This was a simple story. Calgary took its chances. Los Angeles did not. A strong goalie can win a close game. Wolf did that on Saturday night. The Flames will be happy with the two points.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Sources: NHL.com; Associated Press.
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