Ducks try to gain on Flames in Western wild-card race

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The Anaheim Ducks have put themselves in position to play meaningful games in the season's second half and possibly join the hunt for a playoff spot.

They can take another step toward that goal when they go for a season-high fourth straight win Thursday night in Calgary against the Flames.

Anaheim entered Wednesday seven points behind the Flames for the final wild-card spot