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Colorado Avalanche at Calgary Flames odds, picks and prediction

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

In a battle of first-place teams, the Central-leading Colorado Avalanche (46-14-6) are north of the border to face the Pacific-leading Calgary Flames (40-17-8) Tuesday at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we look at the Avalanche vs. Flames odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

This is a matchup of the 2nd-best offense in hockey (Colorado, 3.8 goals per game), and the 2nd-best defense in hockey (Calgary, 2.5 goals against per game). The teams split their first two meetings this season in Colorado with the Flames winning 4-3 in a shootout March 5, and the Avs winning 3-0 eight days later.

The Flames whipped the Edmonton Oilers 9-5 Saturday and have won 2 in a row and 3 of 4. Colorado has alternated wins and losses in the last 4 and are coming off a 3-2 overtime loss in Minnesota Sunday.

Avalanche at Flames odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Avalanche +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Flames -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Avalanche +1.5 (-230) | Flames -1.5 (+170)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -110 | U: -135)

Avalanche at Flames projected goalies

Darcy Kuemper (30-9-3, 2.41 GAA, .923 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Jacob Markstrom (31-12-7, 2.16 GAA, .925 SV%, 9 SO)

Kuemper was pulled early in the second period against the Flames March 5 after he allowed 3 goals. The Avs rallied back but lost 4-3. It was a different story a week later as he stopped 46 shots in the 3-0 shutout. Despite a stretch where he allowed 10 goals in 3 games, he has a 2.18 GAA this month.

Markstrom, who leads the league in shutouts, didn’t face the Avalanche in either of the first 2 matchups this season. He allowed 5 goals to Edmonton Saturday, but the Flames cruised to a 9-5 win. He has a 2.30 GAA this month despite two 5-goal games against him.

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Avalanche at Flames odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 3, Avalanche 2

Money line

Markstrom is 20-5-6 with a 2.02 GAA at home this season. The Avs not seeing him thus far is also a bit of a Calgary advantage.

The Flames are 21-6-6 on home ice, and the Avs haven’t been the same team in March. Colorado is 7-6 this month after entering March with just 8 losses on the season. Plus, Calgary is 7-1 in its last eight against Central teams.

There’s enough substance here to LEAN FLAMES (-140).

Against the spread

In playoff hockey, defense wins. The Flames have the means to stifle. The Avalanche averaged just 3.1 goals per game in their last 10 games, down from their 3.8 average.

This should be a close one. It’s mighty chalky, but AVALANCHE +1.5 (-230) is the way to go as this should be a tightly contested battle.

Over/Under

The first matchup went Over, but it needed overtime. This late in the season, it’s a better strategy to side with the Under as things tighten up on the ice.

The Under is 3-0-1 in the last four meetings between these two in Calgary. The Under is 10-1-1 in Colorado’s last 12 against a team with a winning record.

All things considered, let’s roll with the UNDER 6.5 (-135).

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Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Monday’s Edmonton Oilers at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Edmonton Oilers (30-22-4) visit the Calgary Flames (33-14-7) Monday at Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we look at the Oilers vs. Flames odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Oilers haven’t been terribly slick lately, dropping their last two games to the Montreal Canadiens (5-2 Saturday) and Chicago Blackhawks (4-3 Thursday), while posting a 2-4-1 record across their last seven outings.

The first-place Flames bounced back from Thursday’s 5-4 overtime setback against the Canadiens for a 4-3 OT win at the Colorado Avalanche as the Over cashed Saturday. The Over is 8-3 across the past 11 for the Flames.

Oilers at Flames odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Oilers +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Flames -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Oilers +1.5 (-160) Flames -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -102 | U: -122)

Oilers at Flames projected goalies

Mikko Koskinen (19-8-3, 3.05 GAA, .904 SV%, 1 SO) vs. Jacob Markstrom (25-11-6, 2.17 GAA, .925 SV%, 8 SO)

Koskinen has not lost in regulation in his past nine starts, going 7-0-2. That includes his most recent showing against the Flames Jan. 22 when he allowed 3 goals on 47 shots.

Markstrom had a rare poor outing last time in the crease Thursday, coughing up 5 goals on 35 shots in a 5-4 OT loss against the Habs. He is 0-2-0 with a 4.07 GAA and .871 SV% in two starts against the provincial rival Oilers this season.

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Oilers at Flames odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Oilers 4, Flames 3

Money line

The OILERS (+155) are worth playing based upon the struggles of the Flames in this series in recent seasons. Edmonton has won eight of the last 11 meetings overall.

Edmonton is also 13-3 in the past 16 inside the division, while cashing in 21 of its last 31 games overall against Western Conference foes.

Against the spread

If you’d like a little insurance, the OILERS +1.5 (-160) isn’t terribly overpriced.

The favorite is 16-7 in the past 23 meetings, with the home side 5-1 in the past six in the series. Playing the visitors on the puck line might be more up your alley if you don’t like Edmonton straight up.

Over/Under

The OVER 6.5 (-102) is worth playing lightly based on the series trends, with the Over 5-2 in the last seven meetings at the Saddledome. The Over is also 6-2-1 in the past nine games overall for Calgary and 6-1-2 in its previous nine against winning sides. However, the Under is 11-4-2 in the past 17 for the Oilers against winning teams, so be careful.

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Calgary Flames at Colorado Avalanche odds, picks and prediction

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

The Calgary Flames (32-14-7) enter the gauntlet to face the Colorado Avalanche (40-11-4) Saturday at Ball Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Below, we look at the Flames vs. Avalanche odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

This figures to be one of the best games of the day. Calgary is 8-1-1 in its last 10 games and boasts the second-best defense in the NHL (2.5 goals allowed per game). The Avs feature the second-best offense in the league (3.9 goals per game) and are 7-3-0 in their last 10. Both teams figure to roll with their starting goalies. Something has to give in this battle of division leaders.

Flames at Avalanche odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Flames +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Avalanche -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-205) | Avalanche -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Flames at Avalanche projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (25-11-6, 2.17 GAA, .925 SV%, 8 SO) vs. Darcy Kuemper (27-6-2, 2.47 GAA, .919 SV%, 3 SO)

The league leader in shutouts will want to have a short memory as Markstrom was pedestrian in a 5-4 overtime loss to Montreal Thursday. He stopped 30 of the 35 shots he faced.

Markstrom hadn’t allowed more than 3 goals in any of his 12 previous starts. He’ll be looking to rebound in this game, and he must be a brick wall in order for the Flames to have a chance.

Kuemper has been susceptible to giving up some action lately as he has allowed 13 goals across his last four starts. The team is so good around him, though, one has to wonder if he has taken the foot off the gas a bit. He’ll need a full tank in this one as Calgary’s defense is legit.

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Flames at Avalanche odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Avalanche 2, Flames 1

Money line

Slight lean to the AVALANCHE (-150) here.

This figures to be a low-scoring pick ’em, and the Avs are 23-3-2 at home this year. It’s only a slight lean because the Flames could steal this one if it gets to overtime, but they just don’t have enough on offense and could get worn down defensively late in the game.

Against the spread

We’re going to PASS on the spread here.

If I were forced to choose one, I’d lean Flames +1.5 (-205), but I’m not dropping -205 on anything in the regular season.

Over/Under

The UNDER 6.5 (-112) is the best bet on the board here.

You look at that total and instantly want to go throw down on it. The Avs have been scored on early and had to claw back into games the last couple of weeks. So they’re not clicking on all cylinders.

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Winnipeg Jets at Calgary Flames odds, picks, and prediction

Analyzing Monday’s Winnipeg Jets at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with NHL expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Winnipeg Jets (22-19-8) and Calgary Flames (29-13-6) tangle in a 4 p.m. ET Monday game at the Saddledome. Below, we look at the Jets vs. Flames odds and lines and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

Winnipeg is coming off a Saturday loss to Edmonton, completing a 2-2 homestand. The Jets are 4-2-1 since the All-Star break, and that’s against some decent competition. Since the break, RW Blake Wheeler is the NHL’s top scorer (13 points), and G Connor Hellebuyck has logged a .929 SV%.

The Flames – who lost 4-2 to the Jets in their first meeting this season (Nov. 27) – head into Monday’s game on a nine-game win streak. Calgary has scored 4.33 goals per game over the streak, and 35 of its 39 goals over the stretch have been of the even-strength variety.

Jets at Flames odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Jets +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Flames -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Jets +1.5 (-130) | Flames -1.5 (+105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -140 | U: +112)

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Jets at Flames projected goalies

Connor Hellebuyck (17-17-7, 2.82 GAA, .913 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (22-10-5, 2.09 GAA, .927 SV%)

Hellebuyck stopped 36 of 39 shots Saturday, yielding one power-play goal along the way. For the season, the 28-year-old has been undone by an .845 SV% in short-handed situations.

Markstrom is 9-1 with a .937 SV% since Jan. 24. He owns a 1.83 GAA at home.

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Jets at Flames odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 3, Jets 1

Money line

AVOID. Figure the true odds for both sides as being buried between these prices.

Against the spread

Puck-possession analytics really back the recent above-water play by Winnipeg. The Flames have been controlling both blue lines and winning a lot of games by 3-plus. let alone 2-plus. There is an Under lean to this contest, but the CALGARY -1.5 (+105) return is worth the risk.

Over/Under

Lost in Calgary’s recent scoring binge is the kind of buttoned-up defense it has been playing. The Flames have yielded just 25.9 shots per game over their last 11 games, including 23.0 SPG across their last four.

With quality goaltending at both ends, BACK THE UNDER 5.5 (+112).

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Calgary Flames at San Jose Sharks odds, picks, and prediction

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

The Calgary Flames (15-5-5) and San Jose Sharks (13-11-1) meet Tuesday for a 10:30 p.m. ET puck drop at the SAP Center at San Jose. Below, we look at the Flames vs. Sharks odds and lines and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

Calgary lost a 3-2 game at the Vegas Golden Knights Sunday, snapping a three-game win streak overall and a five-game win streak on the road. Four of the game’s five goals were scored in the third period, but the Flames trailed throughout after giving up the opener late in the first period. Calgary is tied with the Minnesota Wild for the most points in the Western Conference with 35.

The Sharks are back home after a five-game road trip. San Jose went 3-2 on the voyage, with the three wins strung together in the first three games; the Sharks enter Tuesday’s contest on a two-game losing skid. San Jose has been a low-scoring, defense-first, streaky team so far in 2021-22.

Flames at Sharks odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Flames -150 (bet $150 to win $100) | Sharks +122 (bet $100 to win $122)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Flames -1.5 (+170) | Sharks +1.5 (-230)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)

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Flames at Sharks projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (10-5-4, 1.83 GAA, .937 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Adin Hill (5-7-0, 2.79 GAA, .901 SV%, 1 SO)

Markstrom last played Sunday when he allowed 3 goals (all even-strength) on 28 shots faced against Vegas. The 31-year-old netminder owns a fine .939 SV% over his last eight starts. Markstrom stopped 22-of-24 against San Jose Nov. 9.

Hill has just one win across his last six appearances and was shelled for 5 goals on 29 shots in a loss at the Columbus Blue Jackets Sunday. He allowed just 1 goal on 39 shots opposite Markstrom when the teams met Nov. 9.

Flames at Sharks odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Sharks 4, Flames 3

Money line

Calgary has been yielding too many high-yield shot attempts of late, and the Flames’ expected-goal metrics — especially in road games — don’t fully support the scoreboard results.

The Sharks have advanced stats that swing slightly the other way. San Jose has been hurt by a shaky power play that has scored just 2 goals on its last 25 tries, and by too few chances to get that extra-man unit some time to work out the kinks.

BACK THE SHARKS (+122).

Against the spread

PASS on the puck line: the best leverage here can be found on the Sharks outright and on the Over.

Over/Under

Peg Markstrom and Hill as being out too far over their skis with their surface numbers. Fade both, and TAKE THE OVER 5.5 (+110).

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Calgary Flames at Vegas Golden Knights odds, picks and prediction

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

The Calgary Flames (15-4-5) visit the Vegas Golden Knights (13-10-0) Sunday at T-Mobile Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Flames vs. Golden Knights odds and lines, and make our expert NHL picks, predictions and bets.

The Flames have won three nail-biters in a row, topping the Pittsburgh Penguins at home by a 2-1 score in a shootout Nov. 29 and then winning both ends of a back-to-back Thursday and Friday in Southern California against the Los Angeles Kings (3-2) and Anaheim Ducks (4-3, shootout).

The Golden Knights roughed up the Arizona Coyotes 7-1 on the road Friday night behind G Laurent Brossoit. Vegas has scored two or more goals in 14 straight games since being shut out in Toronto Nov. 2.

Flames at Golden Knights odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Flames +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Golden Knights -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Flames +1.5 (-270) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Flames at Golden Knights projected goalies

Jacob Markstrom (10-4-4, 1.76 GAA, .939 SV%, 5 SO) vs. Robin Lehner (9-9-0, 3.08 GAA, .909 SV%)

Markstrom turned aside 40 of the 42 shots he faced in Thursday’s win in Los Angeles has allowed three or fewer goals in 10 consecutive starts.

Lehner was knocked around for five goals on 33 shots in a 6-5 loss at Anaheim Wednesday and has dropped four of his past six starts while allowing three or more goals in each of the four losses.

Flames at Golden Knights odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Flames 4, Golden Knights 2

Money line

The FLAMES (+105) are a decent play as short ‘dogs on the road behind a red-hot goaltender playing against a Golden Knights side that just isn’t playing very good hockey.

Against the spread

The Flames +1.5 (-270) are a little too expensive on the puck line, as there is no way to justify spending this much for such little return. Just play the Flames on the money line for a much better value.

PASS.

Over/Under

OVER 5.5 (-115) is worth a look, even with Markstrom between the pipes. He has been a brick wall for the Flames, shutting everything down, but the offense should be able to find the corners of the net against Lehner, who has been very giving lately.

This one will go Over, but it won’t go Over by much, so just consider a small-unit wager.

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Vancouver Canucks at Calgary Flames odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Wednesday’s Vancouver Canucks at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Vancouver Canucks (23-28-4) and Calgary Flames (25-27-3) wrap up the regular season Wednesday at Scotiabank Saddledome. Puck drop is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Canucks-Flames odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Canucks doubled up the Flames by a 4-2 count in Vancouver Tuesday, winning their home finale. RW Brock Boeser, D Travis Hamonic and D Tyler Myers led the way with a goal and an assist each.

The Flames lost behind backup journeyman G Louis Domingue, who gave former Canucks G Jacob Markstrom a breather. Markstrom is set to wrap up the season in between the pipes.

Canucks at Flames: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Canucks +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Flames -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Canucks +1.5 (-190) | Flames -1.5 (+155)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Canucks at Flames: Projected starting goalies

Braden Holtby (7-10-3, 3.55 GAA, .894 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (21-19-2, 2.67 GAA, .904 SV%, 3 SO)

Holtby has stumbled down the stretch, allowing four or more goals in each of his past four outings, while losing five consecutive starts. His most recent outing was a 6-5 overtime loss to the Flames Sunday when he stopped just 30 of 36 shots.

Markstrom has dominated his former employer this season, going 6-2-0 against the Canucks with a 2.43 GAA, a .927 SV% and one of his three shutouts.

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Canucks at Flames: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Flames 4, Canucks 2

Money line (ML)

The FLAMES (-155) are the play as they look to close the season on a high note and bounce back from Tuesday’s loss. Domingue’s start in that defeat was a bummer, but Calgary should be able to rebound and finish up strong.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The FLAMES -1.5 (+155) are worth a small-unit play behind Markstrom. He has just been super tough on the Canucks this season, and five of their past six wins have been by two or more goals. So, if you like Calgary here, definitely back them on the puck line.

Over/Under (O/U)

O/U (O: -110 | U: -110) screams stay away, as I expect the total to land right on the number. That’s what happened in a 4-2 Vancouver win Tuesday. I think Calgary returns the favor here. If anything, a small wager on the alternate line of OVER 5.5 (-140) is the way to go again.

AVOID.

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Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Calgary Flames (25-26-3) play the third game of a four-game set against the Vancouver Canucks (22-28-4) in a regular-season tilt Tuesday. Puck drop is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET at Rogers Arena. Below, we analyze the Flames-Canucks odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames won for the third straight outings, edging the Canucks 6-5 in overtime behind former Vancouver backstop Jacob Markstrom. The Flames have won six of the first eight meetings this season against the Canucks.

The Canucks have been rather erratic in their make-up games. They were able to top the playoff-bound Edmonton Oilers in their barn, winning 4-1 on Saturday. But that’s their only win in the previous four. The Under has cashed in four of their past five.

Flames at Canucks: Odds, spread and lines

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  • Money line: Flames -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Canucks +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Flames -1.5 (+185) | Canucks +1.5 (-225)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: +100 | U: -120)

Flames at Canucks: Projected starting goalies

Jacob Markstrom (21-19-2, 2.67 GAA, .904 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Thatcher Demko (15-18-1, 2.87 GAA, .914 SV%, 1 SO)

Markstrom has won three straight starts, including back-to-back outings against his former employer, the Vancouver Canucks. He is 6-2-0 with a 2.43 GAA and .927 SV% with one of his three shutouts against the Canucks.

Demko has alternated wins and losses in each of his past six starts, winning last time out in Edmonton Saturday. He hasn’t fared well against the Flames, going just 1-3-1 with a 3.28 GAA and .878 SV% in five starts.

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Flames at Canucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Flames 4, Canucks 2

Money line (ML)

The FLAMES (-135) have really had the number of the Canucks (+110), especially when Markstrom is patrolling the crease against his old team. Calgary has looked very good, even though these games are rather meaningless. Vancouver, on the other hand, has appeared to be rather disinterested.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The FLAMES -1.5 (+185) are worth a roll of the dice on the puck line, although go lightly. Both of these sides are headed nowhere, so you never know the interest level you’re going to get. However, with Markstrom facing the Canucks, he has made a point to work even harder than usual to show them what they’re missing for letting him walk last offseason.

Over/Under (O/U)

Total 6 (O: +100, U: -120) is rather risky, as I think the total lands exactly on the number. If there is a slight lean, I’d actually go OVER 5.5 (-130) on the alternate line. I don’t think these teams combine for anywhere near the 11 goals they posted last time, but we won’t get a goaltender duel, either.

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Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Calgary Flames (24-26-3) travel to meet the Vancouver Canucks (22-28-3) in a regular-season tilt Sunday. Puck drop is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET at Rogers Arena. Below, we analyze the Flames-Canucks odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Flames might not be headed for the playoffs, but they’re finishing up strong. They have posted back-to-back wins as moderate favorites, outscoring the Ottawa Senators and Canucks by a 10-2 count in the past two games.

The Canucks bounced back from a 4-1 loss in Calgary Thursday with a 4-1 win at the Edmonton Oilers Saturday. Vancouver has won a respectable three of the past six outings.

Flames at Canucks: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Flames -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Canucks +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Flames -1.5 (+195) | Canucks +1.5 (-250)
  • Over/Under: 5.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Flames at Canucks: Projected starting goalies

Jacob Markstrom (20-19-2, 2.62 GAA, .906 SV%, 3 SO) vs. Braden Holtby (7-10-2, 3.43 GAA, .897 SV%)

Markstrom has won back-to-back games, including a Thursday’s 4-1 victory against his former team, the Canucks. He is 5-2-0 with a 2.07 GAA and .938 SV% with a shutout in seven starts against Vancouver this season.

Holtby has dropped four consecutive starts, allowing four or more goals in each of his past three outings. The 31-year-old Saskatchewan native is 1-1-0 with a 2.00 GAA and .944 SV% in two starts against the Flames this season.

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Flames at Canucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Flames 3, Canucks 1

Money line (ML)

The FLAMES (-135) are a strong play behind Markstrom, as he has really taken out a lot of aggression on his former employer. The Canucks are playing in the second end of a back-to-back, too, and they’re just 16-37 in the past 53 when playing on no rest.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The FLAMES -1.5 (+195) are a tempting play as you can nearly double up if they win by two or more goals. In five victories against the Canucks this season, the Flames have won four by two or more goals.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 5.5 (-105) is the lean here. The Under is 5-1 in Calgary’s past six games overall and 18-7-2 in the past 27 on the road. For Vancouver, the Under is 9-3-2 in its past 14 at home, while hitting in each of the past four. The Under is also 3-1-1 in the past five meetings in this head-to-head series.

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Ottawa Senators at Calgary Flames odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Ottawa Senators at Calgary Flames odds and lines, with hockey picks, tips and predictions.

The Ottawa Senators (22-27-5) travel to meet the Calgary Flames (22-26-3) Sunday. Puck drop is scheduled for an 8 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Saddledome. Below, we analyze the Senators-Flames odds and lines, with NHL picks and predictions.

The Senators have struggled this season, but they’re finishing up strong. They have won three in a row, and five of the past six while going 8-1-1 across the past 10.

The Flames were blanked by the visiting Winnipeg Jets last time out Wednesday, and they have dropped three of the past four outings while scoring a total of five goals during the stretch.

Senators at Flames: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:35 a.m. ET.

  • Money line: Senators +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Flames -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Senators +1.5 (-150) | Flames -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under: 6 (O: -105 | U: -115)

Senators at Flames: Projected starting goalies

Anton Forsberg (3-3-1, 2.87 GAA, .917 SV%) vs. Jacob Markstrom (18-19-2, 2.70 GAA, .904 SV%, 3 SO)

Forsberg has picked up victories in each of his past two starts. He has yet to face the Calgary Flames this season.

Markstrom has dropped each of his two starts in May, falling below .500 overall. While he has a dismal 0-3-1 record against the Flames in four starts this season, he has a solid 2.49 GAA and .894 SV%.

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Senators at Flames: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Senators 4, Flames 2

Money line (ML)

The SENATORS (+160) are a strong value, as they have won nine of their past 11 games overall, while the Flames (-190) are struggling mightily.

While the Sens have had trouble playing on no rest, they’re still worth playing lightly. Ottawa has won five of the past six as an underdog, and Calgary is just 3-5 in the past eight overall.

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Against the spread (ATS)

If you’re not feeling the SENATORS +1.5 (-150) straight up, they’re not terribly expensive if you’d like a little bit of insurance.

Still, they’re a much better value straight up since they’ve been red hot, and the Flames have been ice cold.

Over/Under (O/U)

O/U 6 is a not a good play. The best play here might be playing the alternate line of UNDER 6.5 (-140) for a small-unit wager.

The Under has hit in four straight for the Flames, while going 3-1-2 in the past six on the road for the Sens.

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