CALGARY -- The narrative around the Calgary Flames has changed dramatically in 12 months.
One year ago, the Flames were among the teams expected to be near the bottom of the NHL standings and contend for a lottery pick. But on the eve of the 2015-16 season, expectations are that Calgary can contend for the Pacific Division title and make another run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
That is the power of a 97-point performance last season and a trip to the second round of the playoffs for the first time in 11 years.