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Flames Narrow Playoff Gap with Key Win Over Sharks

Calgary's 5-2 victory, led by Yegor Sharangovich's milestone night, keeps their postseason hopes alive despite a daunting five-point deficit with two games left.

Calgary Flames' Yegor Sharangovich, centre, celebrates his goal with teammates during third period NHL hockey action against the San Jose Sharks in Calgary on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Overview

  • The Calgary Flames defeated the San Jose Sharks 5-2, completing a season sweep and extending their point streak to six games (4-0-2).
  • Yegor Sharangovich scored twice, including the game-winner, reaching 100 career NHL goals and extending his personal goal streak to three games.
  • The Flames now sit two points behind the St. Louis Blues for the final Western Conference wild-card spot but do not own the tie-breaker.
  • Rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf made 28 saves, improving to 13-1-1 against California teams and securing his seventh consecutive start.
  • The Sharks, struggling at the bottom of the league, extended their winless streak to nine games, highlighting Calgary's dominance in head-to-head matchups.