Golden Knights vs. Flames Prediction and Odds (Flames Could be Doused on Road)
By Matt De Saro
The Vegas Golden Knights are one of the NHL teams in real danger of being eliminated from the playoff hunt as the regular season nears its end. The good news for Vegas is that they are just three points behind the Kings and five points behind the Oilers in the Central Division. The bad news is that the Knights have just eight games left to make up those points.
The Flames are far more secure in their situation with a nine-point lead in the Pacific Division. While they could technically fall out of the playoffs entirely, it is far more likely they hang on to their sizable lead to win the division.
Here are the odds for tonight’s matchup, courtesy of WynnBET Sportsbook.
Golden Knights vs. Flames Odds and Total
Moneyline:
- Golden Knights +135
- Flames -155
Puck line:
- Golden Knights +1.5 (-190)
- Flames -1.5 (+155)
Total:
- 6 (Over -110/Under -110)
Golden Knights vs. Flames Prediction and Pick
Not only do the Flames have a nine-point lead in the division, but they are also riding a five-game winning streak heading into this home game. They are very well-rounded and rank in the top 10 in most offensive and defensive categories.
They have a phenomenal goalie in Jacob Markstrom who leads the league with nine shutouts. And, they have a ton of momentum at their backs. While they haven’t yet secured the division title, I think the Flames are also playing low-stress matchups right now. They are confident in holding onto their lead and I think that lack of desperation to win is actually helping them.
The Knights are also playing well down over the last couple of weeks with a 6-2 record in their last eight games But, the last time these two teams met, the Knights crushed 6-0 in Calgary.
I want to take the Knights on the puck line here, but the value just isn't there. So, I’m going to get creative and take the Flames team total under 3.5. The Flames are not great at home and the Knights need this win badly. I think they keep the Flames in check here.
Pick: Flames UNDER 3.5 Goals (-130)
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