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Flames vs. Jets: Winnipeg Favored in Western Conference Showdown

The Calgary Flames will face off against the Winnipeg Jets, the Western Conference's top seed, on Saturday night. The Flames are currently 21-16-7 and have lost their last two games, while the Jets sit at 31-12-3 and are on a three-game winning streak. Winnipeg is the betting favorite for this matchup, opening at -218 with the current line at Winnipeg -217. The game is set to begin at 7:00 pm EST. Stay tuned for more updates and predictions on the Flames vs. Jets game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Flames +185 | Jets -217
• Spread: Flames +1.5 (-141) | Jets -1.5 (+120)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Winnipeg will win straight-up is 68%.

Calgary vs Winnipeg Stats

Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames suffered a 4-1 defeat at the hands of the St. Louis Blues, marking their second consecutive loss to the same team. The Flames struggled to get back in the game after falling behind 3-0 in the first period, with their lone goal scored by Yegor Sharangovich in the second period. Goalie Dustin Wolf made 25 saves on 29 shots. Currently holding the final spot in the Western Conference with 49 points, the Flames are facing pressure from the Vancouver Canucks who are just one point behind. Despite ranking 26th in offense, the Flames are 13th in defense and have a -14 goal differential this season. Key injuries include LW Andrei Kuzmenko and C Connor Zary being out, while RW Walker Duehr, G Dan Vladar, and LW Ryan Lomberg are day-to-day. If you need assistance with your NHL betting this season, consider our top Hockey handicappers.

Winnipeg Jets Analysis

The Winnipeg Jets are currently leading the Western Conference with a strong record of 31-12-3 and have recently secured their third straight win with a 2-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Dylan DeMelo scored the game-winning goal in the final seconds of the game, aided by a power-play goal from Mark Scheifele. Goalie Connor Hellebucyk performed well, turning away 18-of-19 shots. The Jets have been performing impressively, with a 4-0-1 record in their last five games and a ranking of third in the NHL for goals per game. They excel in various statistics such as shooting percentage and power-play percentage. Despite a few key injuries, the Jets remain a formidable team in the league. The team has a power ranking of 2 and is ranked third for offense and first for defense. Additionally, Winnipeg has a successful record against Calgary in recent matchups. Bettors can take advantage of the best betting offers available to support the Jets in their upcoming games.

Winnipeg Jets poised for victory over Calgary Flames in NHL matchup

The Winnipeg Jets currently hold a strong position in the NHL standings, boasting the top goal differential in the league. Their dominance on both offense and defense is evident as they approach Saturday's match. Conversely, the Calgary Flames rank third in goals scored this season and have the second-lowest goals against average. However, the Flames have struggled to score consistently throughout the year, often falling short with two or fewer goals in the majority of their recent games. In contrast, the Jets have displayed impressive form, going 6-2-2 in their last ten games, including a remarkable 18-4-3 record at home. With the Flames' less favorable 7-10-4 record on the road, the Jets are favored to emerge victorious. It is recommended to take Winnipeg with the puck line for this matchup.

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