The upcoming matchup between the Calgary Flames and the Colorado Avalanche promises excitement as both teams reveal their projected lineups. Scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET, this game will be crucial for both sides.
Flames Projected Lineup
The Flames (31-34-8) will field a strong lineup featuring:
- Blake Coleman — Mikael Backlund — Joel Farabee
- Matvei Gridin — Morgan Frost — Matt Coronato
- Yegor Sharangovich — Ryan Strome — Victor Olofsson
- Brennan Othmann — John Beecher — Adam Klapka
Defensive pairings will include:
- Kevin Bahl — Zach Whitecloud
- Olli Maatta — Hunter Brzustewicz
- Brayden Pachal — Zayne Parekh
Goaltending duties are expected to be shared by Devin Cooley and Dustin Wolf.
However, the Flames will be without several key players due to injuries, including Jake Bean, Samuel Honzek, Jonathan Huberdeau, Connor Zary, and Joel Hanley. Additionally, Ryan Lomberg, Martin Pospisil, and Yan Kuznetsov are scratched.
Avalanche Projected Lineup
The Avalanche (48-14-10) will counter with their projected lineup:
- Gabriel Landeskog — Nathan MacKinnon — Artturi Lehkonen
- Valeri Nichushkin — Brock Nelson — Martin Necas
- Ross Colton — Nazem Kadri — Logan O’Connor
- Parker Kelly — Jack Drury — Joel Kiviranta
On defense, they will feature:
- Brett Kulak — Cale Makar
- Devon Toews — Sam Malinski
- Josh Manson — Brent Burns
Scott Wedgewood and Mackenzie Blackwood are expected to share goaltending responsibilities.
Nicolas Roy is ruled out for the Avalanche due to an upper body injury, marking his fourth consecutive game missed. Nick Blankenburg and Zakhar Bardakov are also scratched.
Status Report
Kevin Bahl remains a game-time decision due to illness. The Flames coach, Ryan Huska, noted that the team is closely monitoring his condition. In addition, the Avalanche has bolstered their roster by signing forward Matthew DiMarsico to a two-year, entry-level contract, effective next season. DiMarsico had an impressive season at Penn State, recording 42 points (18 goals, 24 assists) in just 37 games and will join Colorado’s AHL affiliate for the rest of the season.
This highly anticipated matchup is set to showcase exciting talents from both teams, promising a thrilling viewing experience for hockey fans.
