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Calgary Flames at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Calgary Flames at Colorado Avalanche odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (27-20-12) travel to meet the Colorado Avalanche (32-19-5) Saturday at Ball Arena in Denver. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Avalanche odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames squandered a 3-1 lead in Vegas Thursday night, falling 4-3 in overtime. The Flames have won just twice in the past 6 games overall, going 2-2-2 during the span. The Over has cashed in 6 of the past 7 games overall, too.

The Avalanche are starting to round into championship form after some mediocre results for most of the season. Colorado has won 4 in a row, while posting 18 total goals, or 4.5 goals per game (GPG) during the span. However, they’ll likely be without D Cale Makar. He just resumed skating after suffering 2 concussions in a quick window recently.

The last time these teams played, Colorado won 4-1 in Calgary Jan. 18 as the Under connected. This is the 3rd and final regular-season meeting, and the only one scheduled in Denver.

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Flames at Avalanche odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Flames +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Avalanche -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-240) | Avalanche -1.5 (+175)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Flames at Avalanche projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (15-14-7, 2.93 GAA, .889 SV%) vs. Alexandar Georgiev (24-12-4, 2.68 GAA, .918 SV%, 2 SO)

Markstrom has been quite erratic lately, allowing 4 or more goals in 4 of the past 6 outings. He is 2-1-2 with a 3.37 GAA and .862 SV% in 5 starts in the month of February. Markstrom is 1-1-0 with a 3.05 GAA and .891 SV% in 2 starts against the Avs this season, too.

Georgiev has picked up wins in 3 straight outings, while going 4-1-1 with a 3.09 GAA and .914 SV% in 6 starts in February. He has won 8 of his past 10 starts, too, yielding 3 or fewer goals in 8 or those outings.

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Flames at Avalanche picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 4, Flames 2

Moneyline

The AVALANCHE (-125) is a solid play on home ice against the skidding Flames (+105), especially since Colorado is playing perhaps its best hockey of the entire season.

The Flames are 3-7 in the past 10 games inside the Central Division, while going 1-7 in the past 8 games in the third of a 3-in-4 (three games in four days) situation.

Puck line/Against the spread

The AVALANCHE -1.5 (+175) are worth a look on the puck line.

Colorado is averaging 4.5 goals per game across the past 4 outings, and it has cashed in each of its past 2 games as a favorite on the puck line. It also covered on the puck in the most-recent meeting with the Flames Jan. 18 in a 4-1 win.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-125) is the lean in the Mile High City.

The Over is 6-1 in the past 7 games overall for the Flames, but the Under is 9-2-1 in the past 12 games in the 3rd game of a 3-in-4 situation.

The Under is 27-13-4 in the past 44 games for the Avalanche, while going 11-4 in the past 15 games when working on no rest, while going 5-2-1 in the past 8 games against Pacific Division foes.

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Calgary Flames at Vegas Golden Knights odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Calgary Flames at Vegas Golden Knights odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (27-20-11) battle the Vegas Golden Knights (34-18-5) Thursday at T-Mobile Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Golden Knights odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames doubled up the Arizona Coyotes 6-3 on the road Wednesday, and now face a quick turnaround. Calgary’s charter flight arrived at Harry Reid International Airport at 11:17 p.m. PST, so at least the players likely arrived at the team hotel at a decent hour.

The Golden Knights were tripped up 3-2 in a shootout at the Chicago Blackhawks Tuesday in their most recent showing. Vegas returns to home ice where it has won 4 in a row dating back to Jan. 19.

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Flames at Golden Knights odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Golden Knights -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-190) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +105 | U: -125)

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Flames at Golden Knights projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (15-14-7, 2.93 GAA, .889 SV%) vs. Adin Hill (14-5-1, 2.50 GAA, .910 SV%)

Markstrom has been a bit erratic lately, allowing 4 or more goals in 4 of his past 6 outings, while yielding 2 goals in each of the other assignments. He is 2-1-2 with a 3.37 GAA and .862 SV% in 5 starts in February.

Markstrom faced VGK on Oct. 18 in Calgary, allowing 2 goals on 21 shots in a 3-2 victory.

Hill has won 4 consecutive starts since flipping the calendar to February, going 4-0-0 with a 1.86 GAA and .917 SV% in 4 starts and 5 appearances in the current month.

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Flames at Golden Knights picks and predictions

Prediction

Golden Knights 4, Flames 2

Moneyline

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS (-150) are a solid value as a moderate favorite on home ice. Vegas has won 4 straight games at T-Mobile Arena and has won 5 of its last 6 games overall.

The Flames were impressive in Arizona Wednesday, but facing VGK is a much taller order, especially in its home barn. Calgary has been unable to stack wins lately, going 0-4 in the past 4 after a victory.

Puck line/Against the spread

The GOLDEN KNIGHTS -1.5 (+145) are worth a look on the puck line at home, but it’s worth a half-unit play only.

Vegas has won its last 2 games at home by just a single goal, so there is some risk here. But in the team’s previous 3 victories, it won by 4 or more goals.

And as an underdog, the Flames are 7-0 in the past 7 on the puck line dating back to Nov. 17. Go lightly.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-125) is worth a look, although it’s a little on the pricey side.

The Under is 7-2 in the past 9 for Calgary when playing on no rest, while going 9-4 in the past 13 games inside the Western Conference.

The Under is 5-1 in the past 6 meetings in Las Vegas, and the Under is 5-2-1 in VGK’s past 8 inside the Pacific Division.

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Calgary Flames at New York Rangers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Calgary Flames at New York Rangers odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (24-17-9) and New York Rangers (27-14-8) meet Monday at Madison Square Garden. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Rangers odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames cashed as -101 underdogs in a 5-2 win at the Seattle Kraken in their last game, back on Jan. 27 before the All-Star break. C Elias Lindholm and C Blake Coleman each finished with a goal and 2 assists for the Flames, who have won 3 of their last 4 games. Calgary is 4-1 in its last 5 games vs. teams with a winning record.

The Rangers won as -133 home favorites 4-1 vs. the Vegas Golden Knights Jan. 27. C Vincent Trocheck finished with a goal and an assist and G Jaroslav Halak made 33 saves on 34 shots as New York finished 8-2-3 in its final 13 games heading into the break. The Rangers are 7-0 in their last 7 games vs. Western Conference teams.

This is the 1st meeting this season between the Flames and Rangers. Calgary swept last season’s series 2-0 with a 5-1 win as a +135 road underdog Oct. 25, 2021 and a 6-0 rout as a -153 home favorite Nov. 6, 2021.

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Flames at Rangers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Rangers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-260) | Rangers -1.5 (+210)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Flames at Rangers projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (13-13-5, 2.86 GAA, .893 SV%) vs. Jaroslav Halak (6-6-1, 2.56 GAA, .908 SV%)

In 2 starts vs. the Rangers last season, Markstrom was 2-0-0 and allowed 1 goal on 51 shots, good for a 0.50 GAA and .980 SV%. However, the Flames netminder has been underwhelming this season and is 32nd in SV% amongst goaltenders who have played at least 23 games.

Halak faced the Flames once last season in a relief appearance with the Canucks. He allowed 1 goal on 15 shots after entering with Vancouver down 4-0 heading into the 3rd period. He’s 10-6-1 in 18 career games (17 starts) vs. the Flames with a .2.18 GAA and 924 SV% (463 saves against 501 shots).

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Flames at Rangers picks and predictions

Prediction

Rangers 2, Flames 1

Moneyline

BET RANGERS (-115).

New York has lost the last 5 meetings vs. Calgary dating back to 2018, but the Rangers should be able to get revenge Monday by taking advantage of the Flames’ underwhelming goaltending this season. Look for Halak to prove a point Monday with a dominant performance in net.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Calgary should be able to keep it close, but Flames +1.5 (-260) is a little overpriced. Bet the moneyline and/or total instead.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 5.5 (+100).

The Under is 3-1-1 in Calgary’s last 5 games after 3 or more days of rest and 5-2 in the Flames’ last 7 after allowing 2 or less goals in their previous contest. The Under is 4-0 in New York’s last 4 games after a win and Halak should help the Under hit with a strong showing.

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Columbus Blue Jackets at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Columbus Blue Jackets at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Columbus Blue Jackets (14-30-2) and Calgary Flames (22-16-9) clash in a Monday night game at the Saddledome. Puck drop is set for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+/Hulu). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jackets vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Blue Jackets defeated San Jose 5-3 Saturday in Columbus and open a 4-game western road swing. The Jackets are just 1-11 in their last 12 games away from home. Columbus has struggled mightily in the opening games of multi-game trips. In 3 previous tries in such situations, the Blue Jackets are 0-3-0 and have scored only 1 goal.

The Flames are coming off a 6-3 Saturday win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, notching a half-dozen goals in a game for the 2nd time in its last 4. The Flames outshot the Lightning 41-24 in that game and head into Monday’s game winning the shots-on-goal battle in 7 straight games.

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Blue Jackets at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline: Blue Jackets +305 (bet $100 to win $305) | Flames -370 (bet $370 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jackets +1.5 (+125) | Flames -1.5 (-150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Blue Jackets at Flames projected goalies

Elvis Merzlikins (5-13-0, 4.48 GAA, .868 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (13-12-5, 2.82 GAA, .895 SV%)

Merzlikins last played Thursday when he and the Blue Jackets coughed up a 3-0 lead in an eventual 5-3 loss. The 28-year-old has won just once in his last 7 decisions.

Markstrom is between the pipes for the 1st time since allowing 4 goals in a Wednesday home loss to the Colorado Avalanche. He owns an .876 SV% over his last 4 games.

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Blue Jackets at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Blue Jackets 2

Moneyline

The Flames have upped their puck-possession figures over recent weeks, and Markstrom is on a solid roll at the Saddledome. But avoid this juice-filled price. PASS.

Puck line/Against the spread

Six of the Blue Jackets’ last 8 losses have been by multi-goal margins. Columbus is 1-for-its-last-17 on the power play.

Markstrom has a 2.03 GAA and .921 SV% across his last 4 home games. Over their last 7 games, the Flames have gone 6-for-21 (28.6%) on the PP while killing off 18-of-20 (90%) penalties.

TAKE CALGARY -1.5 (-150).

Over/Under

The Under is a theoretical lean here, but the price has drifted upward during the morning. PASS.

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Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Colorado Avalanche (22-17-3) and Calgary Flames (21-15-9) meet Wednesday at Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Avalanche vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Avalanche cashed as -198 home favorites Monday with a 6-3 win vs. the Detroit Red Wings. C Nathan MacKinnon finished with 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) and RW Valeri Nichushkin (ankle) returned to the lineup after missing the past 3 weeks. Colorado has outscored opponents 13-3 in its last 2 games.

The Flames lost as -137 road favorites Monday as the Nashville Predators edged Calgary 2-1. The Flames went 0-for-4 on the power play and wrapped up their 5-game road trip with a 2-3 record. Calgary is 1-4 vs. the Avalanche in the last 5 meetings at Scotiabank Saddledome.

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Avalanche at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Avalanche +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Flames -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche +1.5 (-230) | Flames -1.5 (+170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +115 | U: -135)

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Avalanche at Flames projected goalies

Alexandar Georgiev (16-11-3, 2.75 GAA, .914 SV%, 2 SO) vs. Jacob Markstrom (13-11-5, 2.81 GAA, .894 SV%)

Georgiev has faced the Flames once in his career on Mar. 15, 2019, allowing 5 goals on 32 shots in a 5-1 loss as a member of the New York Rangers. The Avalanche netminder has the 10th-lowest GAA this season amongst goaltenders who have made at least 20 starts.

Markstrom has faced the Avalanche once this season, allowing 3 goals on 25 shots in a 5-3 win on Oct. 13. Markstrom is 7-3-1 in 11 career games vs. the Avalanche, allowing 27 goals on 345 shots, good for a 2.41 GAA and .922 SV%.

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Avalanche at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 4, Flames 3

Moneyline

BET AVALANCHE (+115).

Colorado has won 8 of the last 11 meetings vs. Calgary and has played even better at Scotiabank Saddledome. After a 5-game skid from Dec. 27-Jan. 5, the Avalanche have won 3 of 5 games and have outscored opponents 22-13. Back the defending Stanley Cup champions to continue trending upward.

Puck line/Against the spread

PASS.

Avalanche +1.5 (-230) is a safe pick, but there is no need to buy the extra 1.5 goals when Colorado should win straight up. Bet the moneyline or total instead.

Over/Under

BET OVER 6.5 (+115).

The Over is 4-1-1 in Colorado’s last 6 games vs. teams with a losing record and 5-2 in Calgary’s last 7 after scoring 2 or fewer goals in its previous contest. Look for Colorado’s offense to continue scoring at a high rate and help the Over hit for a 3rd straight game Wednesday.

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New York Islanders at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Islanders at Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New York Islanders (22-16-2) visit the Calgary Flames (18-14-7) for a 9 p.m. ET tilt at the Saddledome Friday. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Islanders vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

New York had a rough patch in December, but the Islanders are 4-2-0 in their last 6 games. Friday’s game caps off a 4-game Northwest road swing and is the back half of a double. The Isles lost 4-2 at Edmonton Thursday. They are 5-2 this season in the back half of back-to-back games.

The Flames last played on Tuesday, losing at the Winnipeg Jets 3-2. Calgary outshot Winnipeg 35-25 in that game, and the Flames have outshot opponents in 5 straight games.

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Islanders at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline: Islanders +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Flames -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
  • Puck line/Against the spread (ATS): Islanders +1.5 (-140) | Flames -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Islanders at Flames projected goalies

Semyon Varlamov (8-3-1, 2.65 GAA, .919 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (12-10-4, 2.79 GAA, .895 SV%)

Varlamov has been undone by an .850 SV% while short-handed. He was activated from the IR (lower body) Monday and is making his 1st start since Dec. 17.

Markstrom started at Winnipeg Tuesday and allowed 3 goals on 25 shots. Calgary has done well to limit scoring chances, and the 32-year-old netminder owns a 2.25 GAA over his last 4 games.

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Islanders at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Islanders 2

Moneyline

Calgary has won by 2-plus goals in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these clubs.

Varlamov is usually a solid backup, but his stay on the IR could lead to some rust. Against a team he has scuffled against (.840 SV% last 3 starts), and with a top defensive defenseman out (D Adam Pelech, concussion), that potential rust could be quite costly.

The Isles have played well in back-to-backs, but Calgary has posted excellent puck-possession numbers of late and is the more rested side.

CALGARY (-210) is a solid play for bettors with enough bankroll to absorb the price.  Some bettors may want to consider the puck line instead or a 50-50 (or similar mix) play using both the money and puck lines.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Flames are 1-3-1 in their last 5 home games. The 1 win was by a lone goal. So, that trend continuing makes for the risk — though worth it — on this play.

For the Islanders, previous road swings of 3-or-more games resulted in the team going 1-2 in road finales. Both losses were by multiple goals.

TAKE THE FLAMES -1.5 (+120).

Over/Under

Plenty of gray area here with Varlamov returning and both sides having defenses a bit out of phase with goaltending performances (1 up and 1 down or vice-versa).

STEER CLEAR.

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Calgary Flames at Seattle Kraken odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Calgary Flames at Seattle Kraken odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (16-13-7) meet the Seattle Kraken (18-10-4) at Climate Pledge Arena Wednesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Kraken odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames were tripped up 2-1 at home against the Edmonton Oilers Tuesday as the Under (6.5) cashed. It was the 3rd consecutive game decided by 1 goal by Calgary, going 1-1-1 during the span.

The Kraken were outlasted 6-5 in a shootout against the Vancouver Canucks prior to the holiday break Thursday as the Over (6.5) connected. Seattle has scored 2 or more goals in each of the past 6 games, averaging 3.7 goals per game (GPG) during the span.

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Flames at Kraken odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Kraken -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-290) | Kraken -1.5 (+210)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +115 | U: -135)

Flames at Kraken projected goalies

Dan Vladar (5-4-3, 2.90 GAA, .903 SV%) vs. Philipp Grubauer (3-5-1, 3.30 GAA, .882 SV%)

The 25-year-old Vladar has coughed up 9 total goals in his last 2 starts, a pair of overtime losses at Toronto Dec. 10, and at Los Angeles Thursday. He is still 3-0-2 with a 3.16 GAA and .888 SV% in 5 December starts.

Grubauer had one of his better outings of the season last time out Dec. 18, turning aside 15 of the 17 shots he faced in a win. He is still just 2-4-0 with a 3.26 GAA and .890 SV% in 6 December outings.

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Flames at Kraken picks and predictions

Prediction

Kraken 4, Flames 3

Moneyline

The KRAKEN (-105) are worth a roll of the dice in what is essentially a pick ’em.

Seattle picked up a 5-4 win in Calgary back on Nov. 1 in the first meeting behind G Joey Daccord as the Over connected.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Flames +1.5 (-290) will cost you nearly 3 times your potential return if you would like some insurance on the road team. If you like Calgary, just play it straight up.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+115) is a solid value at plus money.

We saw the Over (6.5) connect in the first meeting, and we’re getting a battle of Vladar and Grubauer, both of whom have been very giving lately.

The Over is 5-2 in the past 7 games overall for Calgary, while going 4-1 in the past 5 games against teams with a winning overall record.

The Over is 4-1 in the past 5 games inside the division for the Kraken while going 29-13-5 in the past 47 games against losing teams, too.

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Calgary Flames at San Jose Sharks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Calgary Flames at San Jose Sharks odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (14-12-6) take on the San Jose Sharks (10-17-6) at SAP Center at San Jose Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Sharks odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames opened a 4-game road trip in the front end of a back-to-back in San Jose Sunday, winning 5-2 behind G Jacob Markstrom. The victory snapped an 0-2-3 skid.

The Sharks are just 3-6-3 across the past 12 games and have conceded 4 or more goals in 7 of those games. The good news for San Jose is that it is still 12-5 in the past 17 meetings with Calgary.

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Flames at Sharks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Sharks +160 (bet $100 to win $160)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames -1.5 (+135) | Sharks +1.5 (-170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Flames at Sharks projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (9-8-4, 2.88 GAA, .893 SV%) vs. James Reimer (6-8-3, 2.86 GAA, .907 SV%, 1 SO)

Markstrom allowed just 2 goals on 26 shots in the front end of the 2-game set in San Jose Sunday. It was his first victory since Nov. 21 at the Philadelphia Flyers. He’s allowed 3 or fewer goals in 7 of his past 8 outings, but offensive support has been a problem — he’s received just 13 goals of support in his last 7 starts.

Reimer allowed 2 goals on 41 shots in a 3-2 shootout loss at the Los Angeles Kings Saturday. He just returned from injury on Dec. 13, and he is 1-0-1 with a 1.92 GAA and .937 SV% in 2 starts after being on the shelf for 18 days due to a lower-body ailment.

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Flames at Sharks picks and predictions

Prediction

Sharks 4, Flames 3

Moneyline

The SHARKS (+160) are worth a roll of the dice at plus money as a moderate underdog.

It’s difficult to beat teams in back-to-back games, especially in their place. Despite Calgary’s win last time out, San Jose is still 12-5 in the past 17 meetings overall.

Puck line/Against the spread

The SHARKS +1.5 (-170) aren’t priced out of line if you’d like a little insurance and just can’t fathom playing them on the money line. San Jose has covered the puck line in 2 of the past 3 games as an underdog while going a respectable 9-6 on the puck line in the past 15 as an underdog.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+100) is the lean at even money.

The Over has cashed in 4 of the past 5 games overall for the Flames, including Sunday’s outing.

The Over is also 4-1 in San Jose’s last 5 games at home while going 12-3-1 in the past 16 games against Western Conference foes and 12-2-2 in the past 16 inside the Pacific Division.

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Vancouver Canucks at Calgary Flames odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Vancouver Canucks at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Vancouver Canucks (12-13-3) and Calgary Flames (13-11-5) meet Wednesday at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Canucks vs. Flames odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Canucks racked up a total of 13 goals while allowing 11 goals in a pair of overtime wins Dec. 5-7. Things were going well before a 3-0 setback against the Minnesota Wild and Filip Gustavsson last time out on Saturday.

The Flames went 0-for-3 on an Eastern Conference road trip, and were outscored 10-6. It will be glad to be back on home ice, where Calgary went 4-1 in its most recent homestand from Nov. 29-Dec. 7.

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Canucks at Flames odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Canucks +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Flames -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Canucks +1.5 (-170) | Flames -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Canucks at Flames projected goalies

Spencer Martin (8-3-1, 3.45 GAA, .891 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (8-7-3, 2.81 GAA, .897 SV%)

Martin received no offensive support in that 3-0 loss to the Wild Saturday. He is still 2-1-0 with a 3.93 GAA and .864 SV% in 4 starts and 5 appearances in December.

Markstrom has also seen a lack of offensive support this month, and he has lost 4 consecutive starts overall. However, the veteran has allowed a total of 5 goals on 83 shots in 3 December outings, going 0-2-1 with a 1.68 GAA and .940 SV%.

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Canucks at Flames picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Canucks 3

Moneyline

The FLAMES (-175) are moderate favorites, but they’re a strong play at home where they have been much better than on the road.

While the Canucks (+150) have won 5 straight road games, they’re 5-17 in the last 22 trips to Calgary, while going 1-4 in the last 5 meetings in the series overall.

Calgary is also 4-0 in the past 4 against Western Conference teams, while going 35-17 in the past 52 home games dating back to last season, too.

Puck line/Against the spread

The Canucks +1.5 (-170) are priced a little too high if you can’t stand the idea of playing them straight up, and would like a little insurance.

Vancouver just hasn’t had very good history in Calgary in recent seasons, and until it starts to change that on a regular basis, stay away.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 (+100) is the play here at even money.

The Over has dominated in this series, going 22-10-5 in the last 37 meetings in Calgary, while going 5-1-1 in the last 7 meetings overall.

The Flames have also cashed at a 9-3-1 clip in the last 13 inside the division, while the Canucks are 15-5-1 in the last 21 against Pacific foes, while going 21-8-1 in the last 30 road outings.

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Calgary Flames at Toronto Maple Leafs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Calgary Flames at Toronto Maple Leafs odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Calgary Flames (13-11-3) and Toronto Maple Leafs (17-5-6) meet Saturday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Flames vs. Maple Leafs odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames were flat in the first contest of a 3-game road trip Friday night, falling 3-1 in Columbus to the Blue Jackets. That snapped a 3-game win streak, all at home.

The Maple Leafs pounded the Los Angeles Kings 5-0 Thursday, earning their second-consecutive shutout. G Ilya Samsonov made 29 saves in the shutout, following up Matt Murray’s 44-save shutout in Dallas Tuesday in a 4-0 win.

Mitch Marner picked up an unassisted goal in the second period to make it 4-0 against the Kings Thursday, extending his franchise-record points streak to 21 games. He is the 10th player in the past 35 years to post a point streak of 21 or more games. Marner has managed 10 goals and 26 points during the impressive stretch.

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Flames at Maple Leafs odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Flames +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Maple Leafs -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-190) | Maple Leafs -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -135 | U: +115)

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Flames at Maple Leafs projected goalies

Dan Vladar (5-4-1, 2.59 GAA, .912 SV%) vs. Matt Murray (6-1-2, 2.34 GAA, .932 SV%, 1 SO)

Vladar gets the nod after Jacob Markstrom allowed 2 goals in the loss in Columbus Friday. Vladar has been the hotter goalie lately, winning 4 straight starts with a 2.25 GAA and .918 SV% during the 4-game win streak.

Murray is enjoying quite the revival in Toronto. He posted a 44-save shutout in Dallas last time out, and he is working on a 6-0-2 record in the past 8 starts after losing his team debut Oct. 12.

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Flames at Maple Leafs picks and predictions

Prediction

Maple Leafs 4, Flames 2

Moneyline

The MAPLE LEAFS (-160) are on a hot streak, and they’re a strong play against a Flames (+140) team working on no rest.

The Flames have dropped 4 straight games on the road, and they’re winless in the past 4 outings when playing on no rest.

The Leafs have 5 straight wins against the Western Conference, while going 40-15 in the past 55 at home.

Puck line/Against the spread

The MAPLE LEAFS -1.5 (+145) have not only won the 5 out of the past 6 games, going 5-0-1 during that span, but Toronto has won each of the 5 games by 2 or more goals.

As an underdog, the Flames +1.5 (-190) have cashed in 3 in a row on the puck line as an underdog, but again, they have struggled when working in the second end of a back-to-back situation.

Over/Under

This number dropped from 6.5 Saturday morning, and it’s too close to call here. If it’s steamed back up over the 5.5 it’s at, lean to the Under.

Otherwise, PASS.

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