Sat Mar 22 19:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Calgary Flames Aim for Third Straight Win Against Islanders in Crucial Matchup

**UNIONDALE, NY** – The Calgary Flames look to continue their playoff push today as they face the New York Islanders in a crucial afternoon matchup at UBS Arena. The Flames, currently battling for a Western Conference Wild Card spot, are riding a two-game winning streak after a thrilling 5-3 comeback victory over the New Jersey Devils on Thursday. That win saw late goals from Connor Zary, Daniil Miromanov, Jonathan Huberdeau, and an empty-netter from Nazem Kadri, who also reached the 25-goal mark for the fifth time in his career. Matt Coronato added his second goal in as many games.

Today’s game holds added significance for several Flames players. Jonathan Huberdeau will play his 900th career NHL game, while Matt Coronato will be playing close to his hometown of Greenlawn, NY. Veteran forward Nazem Kadri, who has been a key contributor this season with 25 goals and 51 points, acknowledged the pressure of the playoff race, calling it “a little both, exhausting and fun”. He added, “You have to step on it a little bit and keep pace.”

The Islanders, also fighting for a playoff berth in the Eastern Conference, enter the game on a three-game winning streak, including a 4-3 overtime victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday. Bo Horvat led the Islanders with two goals in that game, including the overtime winner. Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin recorded a surprising two assists, becoming the first Islanders goalie to achieve a multi-point game. Despite being outshot in their last game, Islanders Head Coach Patrick Roy praised his team’s ability to “find ways to win.”

The Flames and Islanders both understand the high stakes of this game, with every point crucial in the final stretch of the season. The Flames trail the Vancouver Canucks by one point and the St. Louis Blues by two points in the Wild Card race. The Blues and Canucks face their own crucial games earlier today. A Flames victory would significantly boost their playoff hopes. Puck drop is scheduled for 2 p.m. MTN on Sportsnet.

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