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Tampa Bay Lightning vs Calgary Flames Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 12, 2024 at 9:00 PM ET

Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome — Calgary, AB

Article updated Dec 11, 10:54 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In an upcoming match, the Tampa Bay Lightning will be facing off against the Calgary Flames, with both teams striving to enhance their performance in what has been a

Game outlook

In an upcoming match, the Tampa Bay Lightning will be facing off against the Calgary Flames, with both teams striving to enhance their performance in what has been a challenging season for both. The Lightning currently hold a record of 7-3, placing them in fourth position in the Atlantic Division, while the Flames have a record of 14-10-5, positioning them in fifth place in the Pacific Division. The betting odds have Tampa Bay as the favorite with an opening line of -150, which has remained steady. Stay tuned to see the outcome of this highly anticipated matchup. For more sports betting opportunities and promotions, be sure to check out our latest offerings.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Lightning -150 | Flames +131

Spread: Lightning -1.5 (+165) | Flames +1.5 (-193)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 60%.

Tampa Bay Lightning

The Tampa Bay Lightning are having a promising season, with their offense leading the way by scoring an average of 3.81 goals per game. Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel have been standout players on the top line, combining for 25 goals and 44 assists. The rest of the offense, including Brayden Point, Jake Guentzel, and Anthony Cirelli, has also been performing well. The defense has been strong, allowing only 2.96 goals per game, with players like Ryan McDonagh and Victor Hedman contributing both offensively and defensively. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has been solid in goal with a .910 save percentage. With a power ranking of 5 and a 14-10-2 record, Tampa Bay is a solid team to consider for NHL betting picks.

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Calgary Flames Analysis

The Calgary Flames are struggling offensively this season, scoring only 2.59 goals per game. Yegor Sharangovich and Nazem Kadri lead the top line with 19 goals and 18 assists, but the rest of the offense has been inconsistent. The defense has been a bright spot, allowing only 2.97 goals per game, with strong performances from players like MacKenzie Weegar and Rasmus Andersson. Goaltender Dustin Wolf has been strong with a .909 save percentage. The Flames are ranked 11th in power rankings, with a strong defense but struggling offense. Selecting the Best Hockey Handicappers can help make informed choices on future outcomes.

Calgary Flames face tough challenge against high-scoring Tampa Bay Lightning

The Calgary Flames are looking to excel on their home ice, while the Tampa Bay Lightning are aiming to rebound from a recent defeat and dominate the upcoming game. With an impressive average of 3.81 goals per game, the Lightning are expected to showcase a strong offensive performance led by players such as Nikita Kucherov and Brandon Hagel. In contrast, the Flames' offense, which averages just 2.59 goals per game, may struggle against Tampa Bay's solid defensive lineup, including players like Ryan McDonagh and Victor Hedman. The Lightning's cohesive defensive efforts are anticipated to limit the Flames' scoring opportunities, allowing goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy to shine with crucial saves. Overall, a victory for the Tampa Bay Lightning is forecasted in this game with a commendable road performance. It is advisable to consider taking the Lightning money line as road favorites.

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SportsJaw Lightning vs Flames archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Lightning vs Flames matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Tampa Bay Lightning-150 → -149Moved
  • Moneyline · Calgary Flames+131 → +130Moved
  • Spread · Tampa Bay Lightning-1.5 (+165) → -1.5 (+164)Moved
  • Spread · Calgary Flames+1.5 (-193) → +1.5 (-190)Moved
  • Total · Over6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6 (-110) → 6 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Tampa Bay Lightning
7-3 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-3-2 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Calgary Flames
5-6 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-12T03:54:24.006Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Tampa Bay Lightning defeated Calgary Flames 8-3

Tampa Bay Lightning defeated Calgary Flames 8-3 on December 12, 2024, a 5-goal decision in the series. Tampa Bay Lightning's strongest period was the 3rd period, when it outscored its opponent 4-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 (+164) spread, Tampa Bay Lightning covered, while the 11 combined goals finished over the recorded total of 6.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • TgodfreyMoneyline · Tampa Bay Lightning -150Win
  • CoolioTotal · Under 6 (-110)Loss