Deju Vu Flames and Hot Coals

First a few thoughts about last night's abortion of a game. Seriously...what a horrible game to watch. Even worse then usual with these two teams. -The PP is now 2 for 34 at home. That's basically...

Tonight marks the end of the Flames longest homestand of the season.  And, despite the modest two-game win streak and the slight eminence of positivity throughout Flames Nation - I'd say the only...

It's no secret that Flyers goalie Ilya Bryzgalov has been struggling this season; he certainly hasn't been shy about it, talking at length with reporters about his poor play after Philly's loss to...

Hot Coals and daily links for the Flames

I'm finding it hard to be angry about anything hockey-related lately. When Feaster does do something stupid, though, I'm liable to have my biggest fit yet. Just warning you. Justin: the Flames...

I was looking forward to tonight's Calgary Hitmen game for some time.  The Portland Winterhawks are in town for the first time in a couple years and I was pumped to watch the Flames top prospect,...

Can you trade Rene Bourque in a fair and balanced manner?

Some notes from last night. Links after the Jump. -Taking a brief glance at the Corsi from last night, it's safe to say the top line had a much better game. To my eye, they were mostly on the ice...

I think everyone remembers the first installment of the Battle of Alberta last year as it featured Jordan Eberle's 1st Career NHL goal - and a shorty at that. A goal that was considered one of the...

Ah, the many pleasures of being a mediocre team.  When people like the Ottawa Sun's Bruce Garrioch start spewing trade proposals and thinking that they know what's best for the local squad, you...

I just had my first midterm. I can safely say that I got at least 3 of the 30 questions right. I'm currently enjoying a chai latte as my reward. That test is likely the only productive thing I will...

Seems a bit early for the city of Calgary to be hitting the panic button, but an 0-2 start will do that. Problem is, I'm not exactly sure what everyone was expecting. The team was flat to end last...

A morning recap of yesterday's articles and action

Hot Coals Links and some Oiler trash talk

Pierre-Luc Letourneau-Leblond took the NHL's first suspension of the season by delivering a hit from behind on Matt Clackson. What is notable about this one is how the NHL is delivering the news. I...