Calgary, AB – The Calgary Flames took on the Anaheim Ducks in a thrilling game on Wednesday night, with Calgary ultimately coming out on top with a 6-3 victory. The star of the game was Flames’ forward, Dmitry Kuzmenko, who scored a hat trick to lead his team to victory.
Kuzmenko’s first goal came in the first period, with an assist from teammate Johnny Gaudreau. The Flames continued to dominate in the second period, with goals from Elias Lindholm and Sean Monahan, giving them a 3-0 lead. However, the Ducks fought back with two goals of their own, narrowing the gap to 3-2.
In the third period, Kuzmenko once again showed his skill and determination, scoring two more goals to complete his hat trick. The Ducks managed to score one more goal, but it was not enough to catch up to the Flames’ lead. Calgary’s final goal came from Andrew Mangiapane, securing their victory with a final score of 6-3.
Kuzmenko’s impressive performance earned him the first star of the game, with Gaudreau and Lindholm taking the second and third stars, respectively. The Flames’ head coach, Darryl Sutter, praised Kuzmenko’s performance, stating, “He’s a skilled player and he showed it tonight. We’re happy to have him on our team.”
The Flames’ victory over the Ducks marks their third win in a row, solidifying their spot in the top three of the North Division. With a record of 16-12-3, the Flames are looking to continue their winning streak and make a push for the playoffs.
The Ducks, on the other hand, have struggled this season with a record of 8-17-6. Despite their efforts to come back in the game, they were unable to overcome the Flames’ strong offense.
Overall, it was an exciting game for both teams, with Kuzmenko’s hat trick stealing the show. The Flames will look to carry this momentum into their next game against the Vancouver Canucks, while the Ducks will regroup and prepare for their next matchup against the Edmonton Oilers.
