Flames defeat Panthers for 7th straight time at home

Published: Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 4:09 am

Flames Dominate Panthers in Home Victory

Calgary Flames secured a decisive 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Friday, extending their home winning streak against the Panthers to seven games. The Flames' offense came alive in the second period, with goals from Joel Farabee and Victor Olofsson setting the stage for the win. Matt Coronato and Morgan Frost added to the tally in the third period, solidifying Calgary's dominance.

The Flames' goaltender, Dustin Wolf, played a crucial role, making 24 saves to thwart the Panthers' attempts to mount a comeback. Blake Coleman contributed with two assists, further boosting the Flames' offensive performance. This victory marks the Flames' second consecutive win, though they remain near the bottom of the league standings. The Flames have also maintained an impressive streak of 53 consecutive wins when scoring four or more goals, tying for the fourth-longest streak in NHL history.

For the Panthers, A.J. Greer scored their sole goal, but their efforts were ultimately overshadowed by Calgary's strong performance. The Panthers, who concluded a Western road trip with a 2-2 record, are now 13 points away from a playoff position. The Panthers' goaltender, Daniil Tarasov, made 32 saves.

The game also saw a controversial incident involving Greer, who is likely to face a suspension after a late-game shove on Connor Zary. Greer received a minor penalty for hooking, a major penalty for interference, and a game misconduct.

BNN's Perspective:

While the Flames' victory is a positive development for the team and its fans, it's important to acknowledge their position in the standings. The team needs to build on this momentum to climb out of the bottom of the league. The Panthers, despite their loss, remain a competitive team, and the incident involving Greer highlights the need for player safety and discipline within the league.

Keywords: Calgary Flames, Florida Panthers, NHL, hockey, Joel Farabee, Victor Olofsson, Matt Coronato, Morgan Frost, Dustin Wolf, A.J. Greer, Daniil Tarasov, Blake Coleman, home game, victory, score, goals, penalties, suspension

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