Flames 2, Kings 1 (OT): Patience Pays Off Late
The Calgary Flames didn’t panic, didn’t cheat, and didn’t chase a game that refused to open up. They waited it out, played a steady road game, and were rewarded with a 2–1 overtime win against the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena.
This was one of those games where the scoreboard didn’t move much, but the balance of play told a different story. Calgary trailed 1–0 after one, took over the second period, and carried that control quietly into the third. When overtime arrived, the Flames just needed one clean rush, one clever pass, and one finish to bring it home.
Morgan Frost provided the ending, scoring just 1:06 into overtime after jumping into open ice and finishing Jonathan Huberdeau’s feed at the left post.
Key Point One: Calgary Controlled the Middle of the Game
The Flames outshot the Kings 38–21 and absolutely tilted the ice in the second period, holding Los Angeles to just three shots. It wasn’t reckless pressure — it was layered, patient, and responsible. Even when goals didn’t come right away, Calgary stayed with the plan.
Key Point Two: Blake Coleman Changed the Night
Blake Coleman’s short-handed goal midway through the second period didn’t just tie the game — it flipped the emotional temperature. Reading a pass from Kevin Fiala, Coleman broke free and finished calmly, giving Calgary life and belief. It was his third short-handed goal of the season and a reminder of how valuable momentum goals are on the road.
Key Point Three: Dustin Wolf Held the Line
Dustin Wolf made 20 saves, but more importantly, he made the saves he had to make. With Darcy Kuemper standing tall at the other end, this game demanded patience from both teams. Wolf didn’t blink, didn’t scramble, and allowed the Flames to keep pressing without fear.
Final Thoughts from the Flames’ Perspective
This might have been Calgary’s most complete road game of the season. The Flames were disciplined. They didn’t open things up unnecessarily, didn’t get frustrated by Kuemper, and didn’t lose their shape.
Morgan Frost’s overtime winner was the payoff for sticking with the details. Jonathan Huberdeau made the right play. Frost made the right read. That’s how good teams win tight games away from home.
At 8-3-1 over their last 12 games, the Flames are finding a clear identity. Nights like this don’t scream for attention — but they add up.