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Klapka's First Multi-Point Game Powers Flames Past Islanders
18 Jan
Summary
- Adam Klapka led the Flames with a goal and assist for his first multi-point game.
- Dustin Wolf's 28 saves ended his five-game losing streak.
- David Rittich, a former Flame, remains winless against his old team.

Adam Klapka recorded his first multi-point game of the season, tallying a goal and an assist to help the Calgary Flames defeat the New York Islanders 4-2. This victory marked the Flames' third win in their last four contests, with strong performances across the lineup. Goaltender Dustin Wolf was instrumental, stopping 28 shots and snapping his five-game losing streak.
The Flames extended their lead to 2-0 midway through the second period with consecutive goals from Justin Kirkland and Yan Kuznetsov. Yegor Sharangovich continued his offensive surge since joining a new line, while Rasmus Andersson achieved a personal milestone, becoming the seventh defenseman in Flames history with five straight 20-assist seasons.
New York's goals came from Jean-Gabriel Pageau and Anders Lee. Islanders' goaltender David Rittich, playing his 250th NHL game and facing his former team, made 15 saves but fell to 0-4-2 all-time against the Flames. The Islanders are nearing the end of their longest road trip of the season.




