ON A STREAK
The Flames head into tonight's tilt on a three-game winning streak. They have outscored their opponents 12-5 during that span, received offensive contributions from 17 skaters and have seen their power play operate at a 30 percent clip. Over the the last three games, Sam Bennett has three goals and five points, Dougie Hamilton has netted two goals and five points, and Micheal Ferland has three assists. Goaltender Brian Elliott has gotten the start in all three wins, posting a 1.62 GAA and a .922 save percentage.
FORMER CAPS
Troy Brouwer spent four seasons with the Capitals, posting 83 goals and 152 points during his time in Washington. He also played in 35 postseason games, amassing three goals and nine points.
Dennis Wideman dressed for 96 games with the Capitals earlier in his career, scoring 12 goals and 53 points during that time. He skated in 14 playoff games, chipping in with three assists in the postseason.
ROAD WARRIORS
The Flames play 11 of their next 15 games on the road. On Monday, the team departs for a four-game swing that includes stops in Chicago, San Jose, Los Angeles, and Anaheim.
MILESTONES WITHIN REACH
Dennis Wideman needs 4 goals for 100.
Deryk Engelland needs 4 games for 400.
Dougie Hamilton needs 4 assists for 100.
Johnny Gaudreau needs 7 assists for 100.
BROADCAST INFO
Sportsnet Flames (TV) and Sportsnet 960 The FAN (radio) will carry tonight's game at 7:30 PM MT.
