BREAKING NEWS: Calgary Flames Top Star Sends 6-Word Message To Fans
A few days ago, when asked about Jonathan Huberdeau’s recent performance, ‘I always want to be better’. Calgary Flames head coach Ryan Huska signaled optimism by raising his arm, suggesting an upward trend. “I feel like he’s been improving lately,” said Huska. “When he executes plays, you can see his confidence growing. I’ve noticed this more frequently recently, which is a positive sign. He’s crucial for us, and he tends to elevate the performance of those around him. Since the start of the new year, he’s been consistently strong.”
Huberdeau’s impact has indeed increased since the beginning of 2024. If his goal was to boost his point production for the new year, he has stayed committed to it. “It was important for me to start the new year on a positive note,” Huberdeau stated. “I wanted to focus on the present and future, not dwelling on the past. People will remember what you achieve now or in the future.”
In 2024, Huberdeau is nearly averaging a point per game, with five goals and 15 assists in his last 21 games. While some may argue it’s not enough given his high salary, it’s a significant improvement from earlier in the season when he averaged only 0.44 points per game. Once a target for criticism, Huberdeau’s recent performances have generated less chatter, with consistent point contributions and minimal offensive slumps.
In a recent game against the Edmonton Oilers, Huberdeau made crucial plays leading to goals, emphasizing that his impact goes beyond statistics. Despite facing high expectations since joining the Flames, especially after his impressive performance with the Florida Panthers, Huberdeau has been self-critical but determined to improve.
Most fans have noticed his upward trajectory, which Huska symbolically pointed out, hoping for sustained excellence as a key contributor to the team’s scoring efforts. Huberdeau acknowledges the frustration of early-season struggles but remains focused on progress and self-improvement.