Overtime Triumph: The Calgary Flames secured a rare overtime victory against the Seattle Kraken, with Rasmus Andersson's decisive goal capping off a night of intense action.

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Premonition and Celebration: Andersson's pre-game prediction to teammate Chris Tanev set the stage for an unpredictable and celebratory display as he confidently skated towards center ice with arms wide open after scoring the game-winner.

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Desperate Comeback: The Flames faced a challenging second period, surrendering two goals and falling behind 3-2. However, a desperate third period saw Andrew Mangiapane's timely 100th NHL goal, a blue paint tap-in, leveling the score late in the game.

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Backlund's Milestone Assist: Mikael Backlund played a pivotal role in the victory, reaching his 500th point with an assist on Andersson's game-winning goal, showcasing the veteran's significance to the team.

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Resilience on Display: The Flames demonstrated resilience after a horrid second period, responding with determination and pushing through for a crucial win against a division rival.

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Strategic Coaching: Coach Ryan Huska's strategic decisions, including shortening the bench in the third period, played a crucial role in maximizing contributions from key players and securing the comeback victory.

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Breaking the Drought: The team celebrated breaking a power play goal drought, with Jonathan Huberdeau scoring midway through the first period, providing a much-needed boost to the Flames' offensive capabilities.

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Lindholm Sets the Tone: Elias Lindholm's early goal, just 76 seconds into the game, silenced the home crowd at Climate Pledge Arena and set a positive tone for the Flames' performance.

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Promising Playoff Position: The win propelled the Flames to a 5-1-2 run, positioning them just two points behind Seattle and St. Louis for a wild card spot as they head to Nashville. This turnaround is particularly encouraging following a six-game losing skid.

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Joyful Atmosphere: Post-game, the team's dressing room was filled with levity and joy, highlighting a significant shift in morale compared to recent weeks. Players like Backlund expressed happiness for Mangiapane's milestone goal, contributing to a positive team dynamic.

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