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Flames find energy at home to get back in playoff hunt

Saturday in Calgary, the Flames beat the Oilers 3-2 at Scotiabank Saddledome, avenging a 5-1 loss and drawing 19,289 fans.
Calgary's recent home stretch — 8-1-1 in 10 — helped set the stage as the Flames began a five-game homestand including Boston, Philadelphia, Nashville and Seattle.
Ryan Lomberg's second-period goal broke a 1-1 tie at 3:28, his third of the season, and Dustin Wolf earned his 100th career game win, while Blake Coleman scored the winner.
The victory moves Calgary closer in the wild-card race, with coach Huska noting players often come to the rink knowing they’re going to win, boosting home confidence.
Beating heavyweights like Dallas, Minnesota, Vegas, and Buffalo underscores Calgary Flames' threat at home, with players saying `Guys were pissed off and wanted to bounce back.

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