Teams desperate for playoff berth collide as Flames host Predators

Both the Calgary Flames and Nashville Predators have been hoping for a miracle run to make the Stanley Cup playoffs.

When they meet Monday in Calgary, a loss will likely force one of the teams to give up on their postseason aspirations.

Heading into the night's action, both the Flames and Predators will be in arrears to the Winnipeg Jets in the chase for the Western Conference's final wild-card spot.

The Flames (37-27-