Flames win 6-3

The Calgary Flames beat up on the Ducks of Anaheim last night by a score of 6-3. Calgary pounded the net all night long firing 51 shots of Andrew Raycroft, who faced 22 shots in the second alone, allowing 5 goals which put the game away for the Flames. The offence came from the 3rd and 4th lines for Calgary with veteran Ted Donato potting his 3rd and 4th of the year, and Pascal Dupris adding his 5th and 6th of the year along with an assist. The Flames had their strongest game in over a week, much to do with the fact that they were almost back to full strength after a battle with injuries that included Erik Cole, Dion Phaneuf, Nikluas Havelid, and Rem Murray all missing time.

Calgary battles Columbus tonight in Calgary, where they're 10-4-1 so far this season, and are looking to improve on those numbers.

The Flames have also been rumored to be shopping Mark Bell, as they continue to search for a number two center behind the high scoring Kyle Wellwood. Bell has been somewhat of a disappointment for the Flames so far this year, recording six goals and eight assists for 14 points in 26 games for the red and white.

"We are exploring all options right now, looking for a number two guy. Its no secret the Bell has not gotten the job done, and we need someone that can come in here and do that." Says Brad MacDougall, GM of the Flames. "With the great teams in the west like Minnisota and Detriot, we need to get better up front if we are going to have any shot at beating these teams come playoff time."

The Flames are off to a good start, with a record of 15-8-3 but have a lot of improving to do if they hope to gain home ice advantage come playoff time.. The power house Wild are dominating the division and league, and are already 11 points up on the Flames, with a stunning 21-2-2 record.