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Hughes, Sasson Lead Canucks to 8-1 Thumping of Flames in Pre-Season Action
Vancouver Canucks dominated Calgary Flames with strong offense including two short-handed goals and a 50% power play success rate, winning 8-1 in NHL pre-season.
- On Wednesday, the Vancouver Canucks beat the Calgary Flames 8-1 in Calgary, with Quinn Hughes recording a goal and two assists and Max Sasson scoring twice.
- Using the power play, Vancouver went 2 for 4 with Elias Pettersson and Aatu Raty scoring, while Derek Forbort and Max Sasson each netted short-handed goals.
- By the numbers, Calgary Flames power play went 0 for 6 while Ivan Prosvetov allowed five goals on 19 shots and Devin Cooley surrendered three on seven.
- The Flames still lack a clear backup goalie as the battle between Prosvetov and Cooley remains unresolved after the 8-1 loss, with one final exhibition game left to assess the roster.
- The Flames must raise their game before opening night as lingering issues could affect regular-season performance and management and coaching staff face critical roster decisions.
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Hughes, Sasson lead Canucks to 8-1 thumping of Flames in pre-season action
CALGARY - Quinn Hughes had a goal and two assists, Max Sasson scored twice and the Vancouver Canucks rolled past the Calgary Flames 8-1 on Wednesday in NHL pre-season action.
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Flames’ Backup Goalie Situation Uncertain After Heavy Loss to Canucks
The battle for the Calgary Flames’ backup goalie position remains unresolved after a disappointing 8-1 loss to the Vancouver Canucks. Ivan Prosvetov and Devin Cooley both had lackluster performances, with Prosvetov allowing five goals on 19 shots and Cooley conceding three on just seven shots. Coach Ryan Huska expressed frustration over the team's overall effort, emphasizing that better support from the defense was crucial. With the opening nigh…
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