Despite the four straight goals against, Calgary did not roll over, in fact eventually making it a 4-3 game in the third period. Althought they did not score on their four power play attempts they were able to create some momentum back in their direction with their time spent on the man advantage.
A one-goal game with just two minutes to play, the dagger came in the form of Brady Skjei's third marker in two games, giving his team the 5-3 lead. Calgary challenged for goaltender interference, which failed, and in turn gave Carolina a power play, one that Svechnikov buried his second of the night on.
They Said It:
Rod Brind'Amour on how relieved he was for his team to get the victory after the team's start...
"I kind of figured that was going to happen. We were playing a real good team that plays quick and hard. We'd just come off that long break and as much as you talk about it, you have to be in a rhythm and it just took us a while. Freddie kept us in the game. That first period we were fortunate to come out of there 1-1 for sure."
Jesper Fast sharing if he felt that his goal turned the tide for his team...
"I feel like you always get energy from scoring a goal. Especially during that time, we needed a goal. We needed to get some confidence and move our legs a little bit more. I felt like we were standing still and turning the puck over a lot in the first period. I think we became a different team after the first and we deserved the lead we got in the second period."
Brady Skjei, who scored in his second straight game, answering if fans can expect at least one goal per game...
"No. I would love to, we'll see how long this lasts, but I think the odds of that lasting are pretty small. No, but we'll see."
What's Next?:
The team turns right back around to play tomorrow night against Florida at PNC Arena.
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