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Calgary Flames Favored to Triumph Over Montreal Canadiens in Nonconference NHL Matchup at Bell Centre

The Calgary Flames will face off against the Montreal Canadiens in an intriguing nonconference NHL matchup at the Bell Centre on Tuesday evening. The Flames, currently fifth in the Pacific Division with a record of 6-5-1, are coming off a 4-2 home loss to the Edmonton Oilers. The Canadiens, who are last in the Atlantic Division with a record of 4-7-1, are on a three-game losing streak. This game marks the first of two matchups between the two teams. Calgary is the betting favorite with odds opening at -121 and the current line sitting at Calgary -125.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Flames -125 | Canadiens +110
• Spread: Flames -1.5 (+195) | Canadiens +1.5 (-230)
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Calgary will win straight-up is 56%.

Calgary vs Montreal Stats

Calgary Flames

The Calgary Flames have made a strong start to the season, with defenseman Rasmus Andersson leading the team in points. Despite a recent drop in production from Andersson, the team remains competitive on both offense and defense. Dusty Wolf has been reliable in goal, with a solid record and save percentage. The team is slightly below the league average on the power play and penalty kill, but has been effective in limiting goals allowed. Calgary currently ranks 18th in power rankings, sits 19th in offense and 15th in defense, with a record of 6-5-1. No injuries have been reported for the team at this time.

Montreal Canadiens Analysis

The Montreal Canadiens have been facing challenges on the offensive side of the ice, ranking 23rd in the NHL with 33 goals scored so far this season. Center Nick Suzuki has been a standout player with 13 points, leading the team. However, their power play has been average, converting on 20.93 percent of attempts. Goalie Cayden Primeau has struggled with a .861 save percentage and 4.38 goals allowed per game. The team as a whole has allowed 50 goals, ranking 29th in the league. Montreal has been fairly effective at killing penalties, with an 81.82 percent success rate. The team is dealing with injuries to key players like Patrik Laine, Rafael Harvey-Pinard, and David Reinbacher. Overall, the Canadiens have a power ranking of 30 and a record of 4-7-1, with recent matchups against Calgary resulting in a 1-2-0 record.

Calgary Flames Expected to Dominate Montreal Canadiens in Upcoming Game Due to Defensive Discrepancies

The Montreal Canadiens defense has struggled this season, with a recent poor performance by Cayden Primeau further highlighting their challenges. In contrast, the Calgary Flames defense has been more reliable, allowing an average of 3.5 goals in their last four games compared to the Canadiens' 5.7 goals in their previous three games. Considering these factors, it is likely that the Flames will have the upper hand in this upcoming game. Therefore, it is recommended to bet on the Calgary Flames to secure a victory on the road.

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