Calgary Flames vs Minnesota Wild Betting Picks & Predictions
The Calgary Flames and Minnesota Wild are set to face off in a matchup between two teams looking to capitalize on their successful seasons. The Flames currently hold the
Game outlook
The Calgary Flames and Minnesota Wild are set to face off in a matchup between two teams looking to capitalize on their successful seasons. The Flames currently hold the final wild card spot in the Western Conference with a 23-16-7 record, while the Wild sit with a 8-3 record, the second-best in the Central Division. Betting odds favor the Wild at -172 and have remained steady. For more insight and predictions on this game, be sure to check out our NHL Predictions for a potentially rewarding payout.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Flames +151 | Wild -172
Spread: Flames +1.5 (-173) | Wild -1.5 (+153)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 63%.
Calgary Flames
The Flames are having a successful season, though they are expressing a desire for improvement in their offense, which is currently scoring an average of 2.65 goals per game. While Jonathan Huberdeau and Nazem Kadri have been standouts with a combined total of 35 goals and 32 assists, the rest of the offense has struggled to contribute. The defense, on the other hand, has performed well, allowing only 2.89 goals per game and showing strength in their recent games. Key players MacKenzie Weegar, Kevin Bahl, Rasmus Andersson, and Brayden Pachal have all made valuable defensive contributions, while goaltender Dustin Wolf has faced challenges but managed to maintain a respectable save percentage and goals-against average. Currently ranked 20th in power rankings, Calgary is ranked 28th in offense, 13th in defense, and holds a season record of 5-6.