Cooley Expected to Start as Flames Look to Rebound Against Flyers

The Calgary Flames return to the Scotiabank Saddledome on Sunday looking to get back into the win column as they welcome the Philadelphia Flyers for their only visit to Calgary this season.

The Flames are coming off a 5-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Friday and will be looking to put together a stronger performance against a Flyers team that is also coming off a loss, falling 3-2 to the New York Rangers.

Sunday’s matchup also comes with some significant news on the Calgary blue line. The Flames announced earlier in the day that defenceman Kevin Bahl has been placed on long-term injured reserve and will miss the remainder of the season with a torn Achilles tendon. His absence leaves a…