Streaky Flames Still Fighting
With 57 fights in 54 games, the Calgary Flames are the only NHL team averaging more than a fight per game. They’ll need to keep fighting to stop the current nine-game losing streak (with three coming in the shootout). They’ve lost 11 of 12 ever since winning five straight.
It’s been a roller coaster of a ride for fans. They may not be able to count on wins, but they know they’ll get tough, defensive hockey. Brandon Prust has 18 fighting majors, second in the NHL to Zenon Konopka. Brian McGrattan is tied for 6th in the league with 14 majors.
A Flames clip made the national highlight reels yesterday after Mark Fistric hit Eric Nystrom with Nystrom’s helmet in a fight.
Videos added
Chris Thorburn vs Arron Asham Jan 28, 2010
Eric Nystrom vs Mark Fistric Jan 27, 2010
Ryan O’Byrne vs Matt Smaby Jan 27, 2010
Mike Brown vs Matt Bradley Jan 27, 2010
Mike Brown vs Chris Thorburn Jan 26, 2010
Cam Janssen vs Brandon Prust Jan 25, 2010
Cam Janssen vs Brian McGrattan Jan 25, 2010
Some reads
NHL to crack down on headshots, Bettman says
Enforcers excel in art of grip it, rip it | Faster game, more fights in modern NHL
One time only – Fights
Canucks’ Kesler calls Blackhawks’ Ladd a ‘coward’
Kevin Westgarth’s Blog: Honored to be an enforcer
