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Connor Zary’s third-period goal lifts Flames to 3-2 win over Rangers [Video]

Connor Zary scored the game-winner in the third period for the Calgary Flames in a 3-2 win over the visiting New York Rangers on Thursday.

Matt Coronato and Yegor Sharangovich each had a goal and an assist and MacKenzie Weegar had three assists for the Flames (11-6-3), who have claimed points in seven of their last eight games and continue to chase the Vegas Golden Knights a point ahead atop the Pacific Division.

Dustin Wolf repelled 27 of 29 shots for his third straight win. He was the first in Calgary’s goaltending tandem with Dan Vladar to get a third straight start this season.

Calgary’s Jonathan Huberdeau collected his 500th career assist.

Alexis Lafreniere and Will Cuylle replied for the Rangers (12-5-1), who lost just their second road game this season.

Igor Shesterkin was a workhorse, turning away 35 of 37 shots over two periods, and 46 of 49 overall.

Zary fought off Kaapo Kakko, leaning on him …

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