Flames vs Predators Prediction
The Calgary Flames and Nashville Predators face off on Wednesday in an NHL showdown at Bridgestone Arena.
Flames Coming off Overtime Win
The Flames sit with a 7-8-3 record overall and they are coming off a big victory over the Seattle Kraken. The Flames scored four goals and that was enough for the overtime victory. Rasmus Anderson scored one goal and added two assists. The Flames on the season are averaging 2.83 goals while their defense is giving up 3.33 goals per game. The offense is ranked 22nd while the defense is ranked 30th. For a team that had high expectations for this season, they have been mostly a disappointment. Elias Lindholm has scored four gaols and added nine assists.
Flames Betting Trends
- The underdogs have won 10 of the Flames' last 13 games at Bridgestone Arena.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in 12 of the Flames' last 13 games at Bridgestone Arena.
- The Flames have lost the first period in four of their last five games as favorites after coming off overtime.
- The 'Over 1.5 Goals Period 1' market has hit in each of the Flames' last four games against Central Division opponents.
Nashville Predators Look to Build on Last Game
The Predators come into this game with a 7-10-0 record overall but they were able to pick up a big win in the last game. The Predators scored four goals and they ended up winning by a goal. Filip Foresberg had a strong game scoring two goals. Nashville on the season is averaging 3.06 goals per game while their defense is giving up 3.35 goals per game. If the offense can’t get out to a fast start, this could be a long game. Foresberg on the season has scored nine goals and added 12 assists.
Predators Betting Trends
- The Predators have lost seven of their last eight night games against Western Conference opponents.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in 12 of the last 13 games between the Flames and Predators at Bridgestone Arena.
- The Predators have won the first period in each of their last five night games against the Flames following a win.
- The 'Over 1.5 Goals Period 1' market has hit in each of the Predators' last eight games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
Shane’s Free Pick
There are better games to bet on the board. The Flames offense i do trust more as they are averaging 3.33 goals per game. Look for the Flames to score at least three goals and that is going to be enough as they are going to get the job done. Even though the Flames defense hasn’t been elite, they will score enough here. The Flames are going to secure the victory here.
