Flames Defeat Rangers 2-1, End Losing Streak

The Calgary Flames broke a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on March 18, 2025. Despite an early goal from Rangers star Artemi Panarin, the Flames rallied with goals from Nazem Kadri and rookie Matt Coronato, who scored on a power play to give Calgary a 2-1 lead by the end of the first period. Flames goaltender Dan Vladar made crucial saves, helping to preserve the lead despite the Rangers outshooting Calgary 35-13. This win is significant for the Flames, as they vie for a wild-card playoff spot in the Western Conference, moving them even with the Vancouver Canucks and St. Louis Blues with 73 points. The Rangers, however, are struggling to maintain their playoff position in the Eastern Conference, having fallen out of the second wild-card spot after this defeat. Their recent form has been inconsistent, and the power play has been notably ineffective, going 1-for-25 over the last eight games.