The Sutter’s have a good many attributes, among them is always being ready for a good challenge.

   It appears to be no different for the second generation of Sutter’s. 

   Brett Sutter made his NHL debut most memorable on Tuesday, silencing those that suggested he was only playing because his father, Darryl, is the Flames GM. He played a key role in the 4-3 victory over Anaheim.

   The 21-year-old was as advertised smart, a solid checker and very responsible defensively.

   Lining up with veteran Craig Conroy and suddenly high-scoring David Moss, Sutter scored the most important goal of the night while gaining the adoration of the capacity crowd.

   After the Ducks took their only lead of the night at 3:45 of the 3rd period, Sutter scored 14 seconds later re-establishing a tie game. It was the first of 3-straight Flame goals, which propelled them into first place for Christmas in the NW Division.

   Sutter didn’t get an assist but he made a key play on the Flame first goal by Moss, who notched a career high 11th marker of the season.  Mark Giordano on a PP and the GWG from Michael Cammalleri also scored on J.S Giguere, who’s solid play in the Ducks net was the only reason the Flame margain of victory was one goal.

   There are no prizes for being #1 at the Yuletide break, just a recent historic not of significance. The last 3 teams leading he NW Division at Christmas have gone on to win the pennant each time including the Flames in ’05-06.

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