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Flames Defeat Golden Knights in Shootout but Miss Playoffs

Morgan Frost ended a 25-game scoring drought with a pivotal goal, but Calgary's playoff hopes were dashed earlier in the evening by other results.

Vegas Golden Knights' goalie Ilya Samsonov (35) looks for the puck as Calgary Flames' Adam Klapka (43) hits the post during second period NHL hockey action in Calgary on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Vegas Golden Knights' Cole Schwindt (22) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Overview

  • The Calgary Flames secured a 5-4 shootout victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, with Morgan Frost scoring the decisive goal.
  • Despite the win, Calgary was officially eliminated from playoff contention due to victories by the Minnesota Wild and St. Louis Blues earlier in the day.
  • Morgan Frost broke a 25-game goalless streak, contributing a power-play goal in regulation and the winning shootout score.
  • The Flames improved to a perfect 16-0-0 record when scoring four or more goals this season, highlighting their offensive potential despite missing the playoffs for the third consecutive year.
  • The Golden Knights, who rested several key players, have clinched the Pacific Division title and will face the Minnesota Wild in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.