Through 11 games, the Calgary Flames are a team that’s been pretty inconsistent. One of their big weak spots is their starts. Both early in games and early in periods, the Flames just aren’t quite where they need to be to be successful.
The Flames have allowed the first goal eight times in 11 games – tied with Toronto for the most in the NHL. They’re 2-5-1 when allowing the opening goal, contrasted with 3-0-0 when they score the first goal.
Through 11 games, the Flames also have a unique distinction: nobody’s trailed more in the entire NHL.