Calgary Flames vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Picks & Predictions
The Calgary Flames will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning in an inter-conference matchup on Thursday evening. The Flames are coming off a loss to the Kraken, while the
Game outlook
The Calgary Flames will face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning in an inter-conference matchup on Thursday evening. The Flames are coming off a loss to the Kraken, while the Lightning secured a home win against the Canadiens in their last game. Calgary previously beat Tampa Bay 4-2 back in December. The Lightning are the betting favorites, opening at -139 with the line remaining steady.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Flames +124 | Lightning -139
Spread: Flames +1.5 (-180) | Lightning -1.5 (+150)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 58%.
Calgary Flames
The Calgary Flames are embarking on a three-game road trip while playing their best hockey of the season, winning five of their last six games. They are currently eight points out of a wildcard spot in the playoffs. Nazem Kadri and Blake Coleman have been standout players for the Flames recently, with Kadri collecting 54 points in 60 games and Coleman scoring three goals in his last four games. Yegor Sharangovich has also been a key contributor, scoring three goals in his last four games. The Flames are likely to have Jacob Markstrom in goal, who has been outstanding with a 2.61 GAA and a .912 save %. Overall, Calgary is ranked 17th in offense and 18th in defense, with a 5-6 record this season. No quit on it 😤 pic.twitter.com/LJpjMCuI0g