Frustration boiled over as Markstrom, visibly angered, left the ice after being pulled from the game against the Detroit Red Wings. Allowing four goals on just 12 shots, Markstrom's departure was marked by a furious display, smashing his stick on the way out.
While this incident may not directly influence trade talks, it underscores the mounting pressure on the Flames organization, intensifying speculation surrounding Markstrom's future.
