Not even the Stockton Heat have been able to avoid the nightmare that has been Calgary Flames goaltending this season. Despite all the low save percentages and horrific goals against in the NHL, though, it's the farm team that may have gotten hurt the most: both figuratively, and literally.
Jon Gillies, one of the Flames' top goaltending prospects (if not the top guy), will have hip surgery next Wednesday, Dec. 9. He's expected to be out for 4-6 months, meaning the earliest he could return is April.
After just seven games, it's probable Gillies' first professional season is already over.