It’s early October which means regular-season hockey is upon us. Coming out of camp Calgary had fewer decisions to make due to injury and waivers. The only question mark sat in the crease with the team carrying three goaltenders. Despite having the worst numbers in the pre-season, Kari Ramo was tapped as the starter for the season opener. He carried the Flames through their playoff run including the series victory over the Vancouver Canucks.
Vancouver’s season ended in the Saddledome last April, at least on paper the team is arguably not as good and not as young. But the aging superstars and some unknown rookies stepped up for the Canucks.