The Calgary Flames (23-27-6, 52 points) will face the San Jose Sharks (27-24-4, 58 points) on Thursday, February 26, at the SAP Center in San Jose, with the puck dropping at 10:00 pm EST. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+, SN1, and NBCS-BAY or listen via Sportsnet 960 The Fan and 92.5 ALT Radio. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
Recent Form and Team Updates for Calgary Flames
Before the break, the Calgary Flames secured a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, marking two wins in their last three games. During this stretch, the Flames averaged three goals per game but also conceded three goals per contest, indicating a balanced offensive and defensive performance.
San Jose Sharks’ Current Performance
The Sharks entered the break on a four-game losing streak after a 4-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Throughout this losing run, San Jose has averaged 2.5 goals scored per game while allowing 4.3 goals against, highlighting defensive struggles that they aim to correct in this upcoming clash.
Projected Calgary Flames Lineup for the Match
The Flames’ forward lines feature Sharangovich, Backlund, and Coronato pairing up on the top line, followed by Zary, Kadri, and Farabee on the second. Coleman, Frost, and Gridin form the third line, while Lomberg, Beecher, and Pospisil round out the forward group. Defense combinations include Kuznetzov with Weegar, Bahl alongside Whitecloud, and Hanley with Parekh, supported by Wolf and Cooley in goal and depth roles.
San Jose Sharks Possible Line Combinations
San Jose’s top line is expected to be Smith, Celebrini, and Sherwood, with Eklund, Misa, and Toffoli on the second. The third line likely comprises Kurashev, Wennberg, and Graf, and Goodrow, Ostapchuk, and Gaudette make up the fourth line. Defensively, Ferraro and Liljegren will team up, as will Orlov and Klingberg, with Mukhamadullin paired with Desharnais. Goaltending options are Askarov and Nedeljkovic.
Key Players to Monitor During the Game
Calgary’s Blake Coleman has found the net in both meetings against San Jose this season, making him a significant offensive threat. For the Sharks, Macklin Celebrini stands out, having accumulated four points over their three matchups with the Flames so far in this campaign.
Injury Status and Impact on Both Teams
The Flames will be without forward Jonathan Huberdeau and defensemen Samuel Honzek and Jake Bean, all listed on injured reserve. San Jose is dealing with the absence of forward Ty Dellandrea, who remains sidelined.
Upcoming Fixtures to Watch
Following this game, the Sharks have several notable contests scheduled, including matchups against the Calgary Flames again on January 31, 2026, Detroit Red Wings on January 16, 2025, Chicago Blackhawks on February 2, 2026, Dallas Stars on January 10, 2026, and Florida Panthers on January 19, 2025, providing an extended view of their season path.
