Goaltender Dustin Wolf turned aside 26 shots to backstop the Calgary Flames to a decisive 4-1 victory over the visiting Minnesota Wild on Thursday night. The win at the Scotiabank Saddledome successfully slowed the momentum of a Wild team that had been surging in the NHL standings.
Wolf Stands Tall in Net
The game's first period set the tone, with Dustin Wolf making several key saves to keep the Wild off the scoreboard early. One notable stop came against Minnesota forward Ryan Hartman, who was denied by Wolf and fell to the ice during the sequence. Wolf's consistent performance throughout the night provided a stable foundation for the Flames' skaters.
Flames' Offense Secures the Win
While Wolf handled the defensive end, the Flames' attack generated enough offense to secure the two points. Calgary built a lead and maintained control for much of the contest, ultimately finding the back of the net four times against the Wild's goaltending. The final score of 4-1 reflected a solid team effort, combining disciplined defense with timely scoring.
Halting Minnesota's Momentum
The result was significant for both clubs' trajectories. For the Wild, the loss interrupted a period of strong play where they had been gathering points and climbing the league table. For the Flames, the victory on home ice serves as a positive step, demonstrating their ability to compete with and defeat a confident opponent. The game, played on December 4, 2025, adds another chapter to the Flames' season as they look to build consistency.
The Flames will aim to carry the momentum from this performance into their next matchup, while the Wild will look to regroup and restart their winning ways.
