But as of Dec. 21, Wolf has played seven of nine games and won his last three games, including on Monday against the Chicago Blackhawks. In Wolf’s last nine games, he’s gone 7-1-1, almost singlehandedly keeping the Flames in the thick of the playoff race.

He'll earn a fourth consecutive start Monday and will have a favorable opportunity to maintain his success, as the Blackhawks have averaged just 2.56 goals per game this year, which is the fourth-worst mark in the league.

CHICAGO — Jakob Pelletier had two goals and an assist, helping the Calgary Flames beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Monday night. Mikael Backlund, Yegor Sharangovich and Jake Bean also scored for Calgary in its third consecutive victory. Dustin Wolf made 23 saves in the opener of a four-game trip.

Jakob Pelletier had two goals and an assist and Rory Kerins earned two assists in his NHL debut to boost the Calgary Flames to a 5-2 victory against the host Chicago Blackhawks on Monday.

Calgary Flames rookie goalie Dustin Wolf has an impressive record at home this season after another huge performance in win over Kings

The Calgary Flames kick off their week-long road trip by visiting the United Center to face Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks on Amazon Prime.

Calgary Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau, left, scores on Los Angeles Kings goalie David Rittich, center, as Vladislav Gavrikov looks on during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Calgary, Alberta, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025. (Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press via AP) AP

The Calgary Flames started the second half of their 2024-25 regular season schedule – and a four game road trip – on Monday night in Chicago. The Flames scored ... puck-handle in close against Mrazek. Dustin Wolf’s heroics (2:28, third period ...

helping the Calgary Flames beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 on Monday night. Mikael Backlund, Yegor Sharangovich and Jake Bean also scored for Calgary in its third consecutive victory. Dustin Wolf ...

It’s that time of the week where we look at the Pacific Division. The Edmonton Oilers have continued to win, the Vegas Golden Knights continue to be missing key players, and the San Jose Sharks and Anaheim

The Pacific Division is one of the toughest divisions in the NHL, and the Calgary Flames currently have the fourth-best record. How have the rest of the teams performed in the past week?

Dustin Wolf has had a phenomenal season. The rookie goaltender has been the best player on the Calgary Flames and is the sole reason they are in a playoff spot.