Matvei Gridin’s two-goal performance has Calgary ahead of Toronto, 3–1, with the Flames holding a 24–19 shots edge.
Calgary carries a 3–1 lead into the intermission, outshooting Toronto 24–19 and controlling the scoreboard through two periods. Matvei Gridin has two goals—including a power-play goal—with five shots on goal and a plus-1 rating. Mikael Backlund added a goal on his lone shot, while Martin Pospisil chipped in an assist and three hits. Easton Cowan has Toronto’s goal, and Morgan Rielly and Troy Stecher each have an assist; all three are plus-1 or better. Devin Cooley has stopped 18 of 19 shots for a .947 save percentage, while Sergei Bobrovsky has made 21 saves on 24 shots (.875).
Key Performers
Matvei Gridin, Calgary: 2 G, 2 P, 5 SOG, 1 PPG, +1 Devin Cooley, Calgary: 18 saves on 19 shots, .947 SV% Easton Cowan, Toronto: 1 G, 1 P, 1 SOG, 2 hits