Zadorov hat-trick helps Flames beat Sharks 3-1

The Calgary Flames came from behind to beat San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Wednesday night.

CLOSED OUT THE YEAR ON A POSITIVE NOTE!@McDonaldsCanada | https://t.co/wei5ug38sX pic.twitter.com/EFTdR7bvIb

— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) April 13, 2023

Defenseman Nikita Zadorov had an outstanding performance as he bagged his first career hat-trick to help his team en route to victory.

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Noah Gregor was the only scorer for the San Jose team, while goaltender Kaapo Kahkonen made 46 saves, as the Flames missed out on a playoff spot for a fourth year in succession.

Calgary round off a disappointing season on a high with victory, as they finish fifth in the Pacific Division with 93 points after topping the Division the previous year with 111 points. They miss out on a playoff spot for the 9th time out the last 14 years and have managed to secure playoff berth twice in a row only once.

Calgary have no more games left, while the Sharks take on Edmonton in season finale on Thursday night.