Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri celebrated his 1,000th NHL game with a victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Kadri, adorned with a diamond pendant gifted by his teammates, expressed his joy during a post-game interview. He highlighted the importance of having his family present to share the special moment and described the day as memorable.
The game day festivities included Kadri’s daughter reading the starting lineup in the dressing room, a solo warm-up lap on the ice, and a heartfelt pre-game ceremony where Kadri was joined by his wife, daughter, and parents. Emotions ran high as a video tribute played, and Kadri was honored with a traditional silver stick, while his daughter received a mini silver stick replica.
The night was made even more special as the Flames scored two quick goals early in the game, setting the tone for their eventual 5-1 victory. Kadri contributed to the win with a goal in the second period, assisted by Joel Farabee. Reflecting on the milestone, Kadri expressed gratitude for his teammates and the team’s strong performance on his special day.
Kadri, who joined the Flames in 2022 after a successful stint with the Colorado Avalanche, has been a key contributor to the team’s success, leading in scoring over the past seasons. Despite his individual achievements, Kadri remains focused on team goals and the pursuit of playoff success, even as the Flames face challenges in the league standings.