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NHL Predictions: Calgary Flames vs Tampa Bay Lightning, March 22nd

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

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Flames’ prospect Trevor Hoskin helps Merrimack win first ever Hockey East title

For the first time in its history, Merrimack College has won the Hockey East Title. On Saturday evening, Trevor Hoskin and the Merrimack Warriors defeated UConn by a score of 2-1 to clinch their first ever Hockey East title.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 22

Recap: Wranglers shutout in Condors series closer

The Calgary Wranglers played their third game of the week on Saturday in a road match-up against the Bakersfield Condors. It was a Star Wars themed night for the Edmonton Oilers affiliate, and this game was the last meeting between these two this season.

Etienne Morin News / Flamesnation / March 22

Wranglers defenceman, Etienne Morin receives 2025 Moncton Wildcats Championship Ring

The Moncton Wildcats announced on social media in early February that the 2024-25 championship rings were ready and being sent out to their players. For former Wildcat and current Wranglers defenceman Etienne Morin, he was able to make the trip to receive his in person.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

NHL News / Flamesnation / March 21

Panthers’ A.J. Greer to have phone hearing for hit on Flames forward Connor Zary

Florida Panthers forward A.J. Greer will likely be facing some supplemental discipline for his hit on Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary. On Friday night, midway through the third period, Greer was assessed a major penalty for interference and a game misconduct for a hit on Zary that sent the Flames forward dangerously into the boards head-first.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 21

NHL gets it wrong with another discipline decision regarding Panthers' A.J. Greer

The NHL's Department of Player Safety just keeps getting things wrong.

Should Greer face a suspension for his hit on Flames' Connor Zary?

Flames defeat Panthers for seventh straight time at home

Oilers’ Leon Draisaitl in Germany receiving treatment for lower-body injury

Road ahead to make playoffs is a tough one for Senators

Will inexperienced starting goaltenders struggle in the playoffs?

Connor Zary News / Daily Faceoff / March 21

Panthers’ Greer to have hearing for boarding Flames’ Zary

A member of the defending Stanley Cup champions is going to miss some time for his actions. On Saturday, the NHL Department of Player Safety announced that Florida Panthers forward A.J.

Calgary Flames News / NHL Trade Talk / March 21

Zary Hit Lands A.J. Greer a Hearing — But Is It Enough?

As per a statement released by the NHL’s Department of Player Safety, “Florida’s A.J. Greer will have a hearing tomorrow for boarding Calgary’s Connor Zary.” The news comes less than 24 hours after Greer ran Zary into the boards with a hit across the numbers.

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / March 21

How are the recently traded Flames doing with their new teams?

Over the past few months, and especially nearing the recent trade deadline, the Calgary Flames have been making big trades and beginning to build a younger

Connor Zary News / NHL Trade Talk / March 21

NHL Will Be Looking at 'Cheap and Dangerous Hit' by Greer on Connor Zary

As per Sportsnet’s Eric Francis, “League will be looking at that cheap and dangerous hit by Greer on Connor Zary.” During the NHL game between the Florida Panthers and Calgary Flames on March 20, 2026, Panthers forward A.J.

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / March 21

A look at new Calgary Flames prospect Max Curran

Just under two weeks ago, the Calgary Flames sent signs of starting a true rebuild at this year’s trade deadline. Lots of speculation surrounded the Flames, and it finally came to fruition when Mackenzie Weegar was shipped off to the Utah Mammoth.

NHL News / Flamesnation / March 21

Beyond the Boxscore: Flames use long power play to overcome Panthers in 4-1 victory

The Calgary Flames earned their second straight victory on home ice, a 4-1 defeat of the Florida Panthers. CF% – 45.4%|| SCF% – 49.52%|| HDCF% – 41.6%||

Connor Zary News / Flamesnation / March 21

Should A.J. Greer face a suspension for his hit on Flames forward Connor Zary?

On Friday night, the Calgary Flames played a pretty effective 60 minutes of hockey en route to a 4-1 win over the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions, the Florida Panthers.

Connor Zary News / Daily Faceoff / March 21

Panthers’ A.J. Greer ejected after hit on Flames’ Connor Zary

Florida Panthers forward A.J. Greer was assessed a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct for interference after checking Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary from behind in the third period of Friday’s game at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

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The 'NCAA basketball tournament mascots' quiz

The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

The 'Active 100-catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Active multi-TD-catch NFL games' quiz

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 21

Flames defeat Panthers for 7th straight time at home

Joel Farabee and Victor Olofsson scored second-period goals and the host Calgary Flames rode the momentum to a 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Friday.

Calgary Flames News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Has Zayne Parekh's professional debut with the Flames been a disaster?

Calgary Flames defenseman Zayne Parekh thrived at the 2026 World Junior Championships for Canada, finishing the tournament with five goals and eight assists for 13 points in seven games, helping them earn a bronze medal.

Flames prospect Henry Mews resumes skating ahead of return to Michigan

The '1988-89 Stanley Cup-winning Calgary Flames' quiz

Calgary Flames News / The Win Column / March 20

Calgary Flames 2026 NHL draft first-round pick projections

The NHL regular season has entered its final month of play with much still to be decided. In the Eastern Conference, first place and the second wild card are separated by a mere 12 points.

Calgary Flames News / Field Level Media / March 19

Devin Cooley, Flames turn aside Blues in shootout

Joel Farabee and Matvei Gridin scored in a shootout, giving the host Calgary Flames a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday. After Calgary failed to convert during a power play in overtime, the Flames netted two of their three attempts in the tiebreaker.

Dustin Wolf News / The Hockey Writers / March 18

Dustin Wolf Is Carrying the Flames Through the Fire

There was no sophomore slump for Dustin Wolf—mostly because the Calgary Flames haven’t given him the time to have one. After a stellar 2024-25 season that earned him a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team, the 24-year-old has spent this year proving he can shoulder one of the heaviest workloads in professional hockey.

Zayne Parekh News / The Hockey Writers / March 18

Flames’ Zayne Parekh’s Rookie Season Has Been a Colossal Failure

Since the moment he was selected ninth overall in the 2024 draft, Zayne Parekh has been viewed by many as the saviour of the Calgary Flames. With the organization having already begun to shift to somewhat of a rebuilding stage at the time he was selected, he was immediately viewed as a massive part of the future.

Calgary Flames News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 16

Flames’ Yan Kuznetsov Out Day-To-Day

The Calgary Flames will need to shake up their blue-line before Monday night’s matchup against the Detroit Red Wings. Defenseman Yan Kuznetsov is out day-to-day with an upper-body injury, head coach Ryan Huska told Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960.