Maatta's Fire Fuels Flames' Winning Streak

0:00It's March 29th, welcome to Canada News Today, powered by AI. Alimada is on fire for the Calgary Flames, dropping the game-winning goal in their 73 blowout over the Vancouver Canucks. The 31-year-old finished defenseman now has 10 points in just 12 games since joining the team, leading Calgary and scoring from the blue. Line. Earlier this month on March 4th, Mata came over in the trade that sent Mackenzie Wigart to Utah, and it looked like a salary move at first. He'd been scratched for 21 straight games before that, barely playing and picking up just one assist. But Mata says it's been seamless, feeling right at home from day one with more ice time and a top four role. Coach Ryan Huska notes he's playing free and loving the fresh start, balancing strong defense with that offensive spark he's always had. He's also mentor in young guns, like 20-year-old Zayn Perrek, who grabbed his first multi-point game with a goal and assist, and that Canucks win. Rookies like Perrek and 21-year-old Hunter Brazostewicz are stepping up big thanks to vets like Mata building their confidence.

1:07The Flames wrapped a five-win, one-over-time loss home-stand strong, with guys like Matt Coronato and Morgan Frost, each notching a goal and two assists. They're carrying this heat into a tough six-game road trip, starting Monday against the top-rank Colorado Avalanche, fighting hard to the final. Buzzer