The story

The Predators beat the Flames 4-3 in a game the chances had about even, 2.5 expected goals to 2.2. Michael Bunting had four points, one goal and three assists. Mikael Backlund has a point in 7 straight games.

• Michael BuntingBig night

  Michael Bunting had four points, one goal and three assists. That was his 11th goal of the season. He played 16:23 and had two shots on goal. The Predators beat the Flames 4-3.

• Mikael BacklundStreak

  Mikael Backlund has a point in 7 straight games. He has 26 points in 41 games this season. The Flames fell 4-3 to the Predators.

• Erik HaulaTwo goals

  Erik Haula scored twice. He also had 9 shot attempts against an average of 3.1. He has 7 goals this season. It finished 4-3 for the Predators.

• Adam KlapkaPhysical

  Adam Klapka threw 8 hits. He has 8 points in 40 games this season. He played 14:59 and had no shots on goal. The Flames fell 4-3 to the Predators.

• Nicolas HagueDrought over

  Nicolas Hague scored for the first time in 23 games. His goal with under five minutes left was the winner. The Predators beat the Flames 4-3.

• Cole SmithPhysical

  Cole Smith finished 7 checks. He has 5 points in 22 games this season. He played 17:33 and had one shot on goal. It finished 4-3 for the Predators.