I’m not going to classify that as “Geoff Ward” era Flames play because it wasn’t. The Habs defended the Flames transition game very similar to how the Devils/Penguins did earlier in the season and it stifled Calgary’s ability to create a sustained attack. The breakout of the defensive zone specifically was abhorrent with the Cs being nowhere near the wingers’ passes causing NZ turnovers that never should occur. The result? A quick attack the other way from the Habs who fed on the slower defenders like they were a delicious snack. The worst line in this one isn’t who would expect however, more on that as we dive in.
Beyond the boxscore – G13: Vanishing act
