The Calgary Flames opened their 2026-27 regular season Thursday with a 6-1 loss to the Seattle Kraken at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
The game also marked the beginning of the Flames’ final season in the building, with Calgary scheduled to move into the new Scotia Place arena next season.
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Calgary Flames: Kraken take control early
Seattle established a two-goal lead in the opening 10 minutes and carried a 3-0 advantage into the first intermission.
Jordan Eberle opened the scoring at 9:10 of the first period on a power play after Jared McCann’s shot redirected in front of the Calgary net.
Vince Dunn doubled the lead 32 seconds later, beating goaltender Dustin Wolf with a point shot through traffic.
Frederick Gaudreau added another goal late in the period when he finished a cross-ice pass from Kaapo Kakko.
The Flames were unable to generate a response in the second period, while Seattle protected its lead and limited Calgary’s scoring opportunities.
Seattle adds three goals in third period
The Kraken extended their advantage with two goals in a 51-second span early in the third period.
Chandler Stephenson scored at 3:13 before Matty Beniers converted a drop pass from McCann at 4:04 to make it 5-0.
Ryan Strome put Calgary on the scoreboard at 16:35 with a wrist shot from the top of the left circle.
Kakko restored Seattle’s five-goal advantage 26 seconds later by putting a rebound past Wolf.
Dunn finished with a goal and two assists, while McCann recorded three assists for the Kraken.
Seattle goaltender Joey Daccord stopped 24 of Calgary’s 25 shots.
Wolf made 26 saves in the loss.
Final Saddledome home opener
The defeat came during an emotional night for the Flames and their supporters, who are attending the club’s 44th and final season at the Saddledome.
Calgary had promoted the campaign as a farewell season for the downtown arena, which has hosted Flames hockey since the team moved into the building in 1983.
The club’s regular-season schedule includes commemorative events and theme nights throughout the final campaign before the transition to Scotia Place.
What comes next for Calgary
The opening result leaves the Flames with an early test as they begin an 84-game schedule.
Calgary will need to improve its defensive coverage and find more offence after being outscored 3-0 in the opening period and held without a goal for most of the game.
The loss does not determine the Flames’ season, but it underlined the challenge facing a team attempting to build momentum during a highly watched farewell year at the Saddledome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Calgary Flames’ opening-game score?
The Seattle Kraken defeated the Calgary Flames 6-1 at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Who scored for the Calgary Flames?
Ryan Strome scored Calgary’s only goal in the third period.
Who led the Kraken offensively?
Vince Dunn recorded one goal and two assists, while Jared McCann had three assists.
Why was the game significant for Calgary?
It was the Flames’ 2026-27 season opener and their final home opener at the Scotiabank Saddledome before the team moves to Scotia Place.
How did the goaltenders perform?
Seattle’s Joey Daccord made 24 saves, while Calgary’s Dustin Wolf stopped 26 shots.
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