Calgary, AB – Mike Cammalleri posted a goal and two assists to lift the Calgary Flames to a 5-4 win over the Dallas Stars.
The game had significant playoff implications for both teams. Calgary moved to 85 points, one back of the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.
Dallas is tied for first place in the Pacific Division and sits third overall in the Western Conference.
Mark Girodano had a goal and an assist while Blake Comeau, Olli Jokinen and Alex Tanguay each posted a goal for the Flames, who snapped a five-game slide. Miikka Kiprusoff posted 35 saves in the win.
Jamie Benn scored twice while Philip Larsen and Mike Ribeiro both had a goal for the Stars, who have lost four of their last six games. Kari Lehtonen gave up all five goals on 35 shots.
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