You never want to disappoint your dad.

That pretty well sums up the pep talk for these next two games for the Calgary Flames .

But as the Flames hit the road for their annual parents trip, the skaters and staffers aren’t the only ones feeling a little added expectation.

There’s pressure on the papas, too. A high standard has been set.

“Because when it’s been the Dads Trip, the last number of years, I think we’ve run the table,” reminded head coach Ryan Huska as the Flames’ equipment crew packed up for a two-game getaway to Los Angeles and San Jose. “So we’re hopeful that they’re able to continue to bring a little bit of that magic on this road trip and help us get a couple wins.”

Added veteran forward Blake Coleman: “Hopefully, they can keep tradition going here.”

Indeed, when the

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