from Eric Francis of Sportsnet,

The captain gave a speech and the staff handed out hats and shirts commemorating the accomplishment.

A Calgary Flames dressing room that was eerily silent before the game was transformed into a lively hub of handshakes, high-fives, hugs and cheers following a win for the ages.

For the first time in 13 years, Calgary won the Pacific Division thanks to a 5-3 win Sunday over a San Jose club that has long been chasing the Flames.

For the first time in 29 years – and the fourth time in franchise lore – the Flames have been crowned kings of the conference.

A momentous occasion for a squad that not only missed the playoffs last season, but has spent the better part of the last three decades watching spring hockey on TV.

“I’ve been here a long time and it’s tough enough to make it to the playoffs,” said Sean Monahan, clutching the hat and t-shirt distributed after the game identifying the Flames as division champs.

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