Flames Talk Reacting to Canada's Win Over Czechia!
Feb 19, 2026
Brett Sutter, AHL Calgary Wranglers head coach known for player development and leadership, chats about his team’s bounce back and room resilience. He discusses the club’s mindset heading into the stretch, key call-ups like Motvey Gridin and Hunter Bristevich, injury updates, and who might step up on the upcoming California trip.
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Czechia Adapted To Upset Canada
- Czechia drastically improved and nearly knocked out Canada by adapting to what Canada showed them earlier in the tournament.
- Playing the same opponent twice shortens preparation time but allows big tactical adjustments that can flip outcomes.
Missed Call Could Have Been Infamous
- A blown officiating moment (six players on the ice) could have been tournament-defining if Canada hadn't tied and won.
- Missed calls like that amplify calls for review reform and would trigger huge outrage if the result changed elimination.
Watching The Game From The Saddledome
- Pat watched the game from the Saddledome surrounded by Flames staff and alumni, missing some practice because of the match.
- He only realized the controversial on-ice extra player after the postgame discovery and social chatter.