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W 6-3 @ WAS (Dec 1)
Calgary start decembet with a 57 shot, 6-3 victory over the Capitals. The best powerplay in the NHL scores again with Huberdeau setting up Boqvist for his 4th goal of the season. Markstrom faced 30 shots, allowing 3 goals. Rasmus Andersson also had a really solid defensive game, after a few less memorable outings in recent days.

Transaction:
With Andrew Mangiapane recovering from his concussion, he returns to the active roster while Cole Sillinger moves to IR with a shoulder strain.

L 4-3 @ CAR (Dec 3)
A trip to the reigning champions ends in a close loss for the Flames. Markstrom deals well against the Canes 47 shots, but lets in one too many to extend the game. Once again Beauvillier had a multi point night as the top line continues their strong form.

OTL 4-3 @ MON (Dec 5)
The flames weak form outside Calgary continues. Mangiapane impresses again with a 1 G 1 A night, but the Flames have to settle for the single point after Sean Monahan gets the OT winner. Markstrom kept the game close again as the powerplay unit went 1 from 2.

L 8-3 @ LAK (Dec 8)
The Kings prove too good for the Flames as Dan Vladar struggles to keep shots out. Andersson and Boqvist both struggle defensively and the Kings demonstrate why they are one of the best teams in the league right now.

Breaking
After a 11-15-3 start to the season, the Ottawa Senators make the decision that D.J. Smith will no longer continue as Senators coach. Former Washington Capitals coach Spencer Carbery will be taking over.

Transaction:
With Jakob Markstrom suffering a sore back he moves to IR, Fredrik Dichow is promoted to the NHL and is anticipated to make his NHL debut.

W 5-2 vs ARI (Dec 10)
Fredrik Dichow finishes his NHL debut seeing 33 shots and conceding two. Huberdeau has a 2 G 2 A night, extending his scoring streak to 6 games and moving him to 6th in the NHL in points.


W 5-4 @ WIN (Dec 13)
A second win in two NHL games for Fredrik Dichow leads him to make a case to remain on the roster. Hubderdeau has three assists and Beauvillier a goal and two. Boqvist takes the puck from opponents 5 times, while Angellos shows his strength on the lower lines.

L 9-3 @ STL (Dec 15)
Vladar gets the start and St Louis finds holes. With Markstrom expected back soon, Vladar is expected to lose his spot on the NHL roster. Jordan Kyrou impresses for St Louis, with 1 G 3 A.

Transaction:
Markstrom back from IR, Vladar to AHL

OTL 7-6 vs VGK (Dec 17)
Calgary manage to take Vegas to overtime, but barely as Marchessault scores 17 seconds in. Huberdeau picks up three points with a goal and two assists. Markstrom struggles in his first game back, allowing 6 goals from 34 shots before being switched out.

Transaction:
Calgary picks up Thomas Novak off waivers, Connor Zary to AHL

SOL 4-3 vs WIN (Dec 19)
Poirier sets up two goals and Beauvillier scores as both teams have 40 shot nights. Dichow continues to impress, making 37 saves despite the loss. Huberdeau's point stream ends at 14 games, though Anthony Beavillier is on a 5 game goal streak.

W 5-1 @ ANA (Dec 21)
Calgary has yet another 42 shot night as they put 5 goals past the Ducks. Markstrom makes 28/29 saves and Huberdeau has yet another powerplay goal. Beauvillier's goal streak ending is the only downside of this night.

OTW 3-2 @ VGK (Dec 25)
Markstrom turns things around from his game a few nights ago. Huberdeau scores as the Flames get to an even point percentage (14-14-7). If both goalies can keep this form up, Calgary might be able to string together some good win streaks.

Transaction:
Will Cuylle to AHL to make space for Cole Sillinger back from IR

L 3-1 vs SEA (Dec 26)
Calgary only manage 29 shots which Grubauer easily deals with. Matt Coronato and Noah Hanifin both struggle to fufil their defensive roles.

OTL 4-3 @ STL (Dec 29)
Another close game and another close loss. Sillinger gets his first goal since being back from IR and Markstrom deals with 36 shots. Binnington proves too good however, and the Flames leave Enterprise Center with just the single point.

SOL 3-2 vs MON (Dec 31)
The new years eve game ends in a shootout loss for Calgary, despite Markstrom having a fantastic 45 saves on 47 shots. Rookie goalie Jakub Dobes was too good for the Canadiens

Prospects:
Konsta Helenius (7th Ranked Prospect, 18, C, SML) - 25 GP, 8 G, 9 A
Helenius is easily one of the stars for Jukurit Mikkeli. With a very accurate shot, Helenius will already be one of the better shooters on the Flames when he arrives for the 25/26 season. Helenius is currently on international duty for Finland's juinior world championship team. While not the best defensive player, Helenius should thrive with linemates who can make up for his lack of physical presence.

Aydar Suniev (20, LW, NCAA) - 18 GP, 10 G, 10 A
A transfer to RPI Engineers has been exactly what Suniev needed. Already beating his 23/24 goals tally, Suniev is having success as a power forward. While not the highest potential of the Flames prospects, he's one of the most NHL ready.

Fredrik Dichow (23, G, NHL) - 6 GP, .907 SV%, 3.59 GAA
After not signing with Montreal while they had the rights, the Flames signed former 5th round pick with the intent of him being an AHL goalie. With a 2.34 GAA in the AHL and questions in the NHL net, Dichow found himself unexpectantly promoted to the NHL in december. He's quickly demostrated that he's ready to play at the top level, winning both of his first two starts.