It was the sixth time in Marner’s career that he scored at least five points in a game and the first time since he also scored five (one goal, four assists) for Toronto against Boston on January 4, 2025.
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Ivan Barbashev had a goal and two assists, Mark Stone had an assist for his 700th career point and Pavel Dorofeyev increased his club record with his 19th power-play goal this season and 35th overall. Shea Theodore recorded two assists, including the 300th of his career with the team.
Carter Hart, who was activated from injured reserve earlier Thursday, stopped 19 shots in his first start since Jan. 8.
Blake Coleman scored twice for the Flames and Morgan Frost scored the other goal. Dustin Wolf made 28 saves.
The Golden Knights moved six points ahead of Los Angeles for the third and final playoff spot in the Pacific Division. Vegas is three points behind division leaders Anaheim and Edmonton.
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Flames defenseman Zach Whitecloud received a video tribute at the first timeout of the opening period. He became emotional, patted his heart and greeted the fans, who roared at the return of one of the most beloved players in franchise history. He was with the Golden Knights since the 2017-18 season and became a starter three years later.
The Golden Knights traded Whitecloud to Calgary on Jan. 18 for Rasmus Andersson.
Calgary took the lead three times before Vegas responded with a tie each time, with the game tied at 3 entering the second intermission.
The start of the third period was delayed more than 20 minutes due to a problem with a spot on the ice.
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Flames: Play at Anaheim on Saturday.
Golden Knights: Play at Edmonton on Saturday in a crucial Pacific Division matchup.
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