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Flames’ Cooley Has Unique Strategy to Stay Focused

The Calgary Flames‘ start to the season was nothing a franchise could be proud of. No single glaring concern stood out; it was a top-to-bottom problem that required everyone on…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 6:25 PM
Flames’ Cooley Has Unique Strategy to Stay Focused
Key Things to Know
  • Devin Cooley explained he stays focused by letting his unconscious brain take over and avoiding smiling during games.
  • Cooley earned a win against the Carolina Hurricanes, recording a 3.10-goal save above expected.
  • The Calgary Flames have won two of their last three games after starting the season winless through five.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Calgary Flames goaltender Devin Cooley revealed his mindset for remaining focused during key moments following a victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. Cooley explained that he relies on letting his unconscious brain take over while avoiding smiling or having too much fun to maintain focus. The performance helped secure the Flames' first home victory of the season at Scotiabank Saddledome.

The writer argues that fans should show patience toward both Cooley and fellow goaltender Dustin Wolf during the team's ongoing rebuild. After a difficult start to the season where the pair allowed 23 goals over four games, both netminders have recently earned their first victories of the campaign.

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