Flames take losing streak into matchup with the Ducks

The Calgary Flames are looking to end their four-game losing streak as they prepare to face the Anaheim Ducks. This Saturday night at 10 p.m. EDT, Calgary takes on the Ducks in a matchup of Pacific Division rivals. The Flames, who went 14-9-3 in Pacific Division games last season, have scored 208 goals while allowing 256 for a -48 goal differential.

In contrast, the Ducks finished the season with a 21-15-2 record in Pacific Division games and a more impressive overall record of 43-33-6. The Ducks were particularly strong on the power play, scoring 49 goals on 264 total chances, which works out to about 3.2 chances per game.

However, both teams are dealing with injuries that could impact their performance in this game. For the Flames, Jonathan Huberdeau will miss the match due to a hip injury. On the Ducks' side, Drew Helleson is out with a lower-body issue, Troy Terry is sidelined with a hip injury, and Ian Moore is also out due to a lower-body problem. Despite these setbacks, the Calgary Flames will aim to turn the corner in their season and try to end their recent losing skid against their Pacific Division rivals.