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The Calgary Flames’ 2021-22 season was a successful failure

The Calgary Flames did not win the 2022 Stanley Cup.

In fact, they were eliminated in the second round of the post-season. In the strictest terms, their season could be deemed a failure. But in terms of the progress made as an organization and potentially laying a foundation for future success, there were positives to be found.

If nothing else, the 2021-22 season should be thought of as a “successful failure.”

They had team success

The Flames have had team success in the past. This was the fifth time in eight seasons with Brad Treliving as general manager that the team has qualified for the playoffs.