The Anaheim Ducks start a four-game road trip tonight with their first stop vs the Calgary Flames. The Ducks are riding a three-game win streak and are 10-5 SU in their last 15 games this season. Anaheim opened as a slight dog to get a victory at Scotiabank Saddledome and will aim to give Calgary its fourth straight loss.
The Ducks are hanging on by two points in a crowded Western Conference playoff race. Anaheim’s defense has kept the team in games since the all-star break as the Ducks have only allowed 2.35 goals per game (second in the NHL) in that span. But goal scoring has been close to non-existent as Rickard Rakell is the only forward on the squad with more than 30 goals. If bettors are planning to back the Ducks, they should know Anaheim has owned the matchup with the Flames, winning 16 of the last 19 meetings (including playoffs).
As for the Flames, they’re free-falling in the standings and sit six points back of Anaheim for the final wild-card spot in the West. One of the main reasons for Calgary’s decline has been its defense, which has allowed 3.48 goals per game since the all-star break and 16 goals during its recent three-game losing streak. The Flames have also been a terrible bet at home lately, going 3-10 SU in their last 13 games at Scotiabank Saddledome.
The total opened at 5.5 and the UNDER could be a profitable wager in this tilt. Calgary is ranked 28th in goals per game in March (2.22) while Anaheim’s defensive exploits have been noted. It’s also worth mentioning that the UNDER has hit in four straight games in this matchup.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The visiting Anaheim Ducks opened as -105 moneyline favorites in this one at most online sportsbooks tracked at OddsShark, including Sportsbook. The total opened at 5.5 for those preferring OVER/UNDER betting; watch for the line updates during the day at Sportsbook.
OddsShark prediction models pick the Ducks to win this game 3.5-2. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Anaheim Ducks vs Calgary Flames Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
35-29-10 Calgary battles the Ducks, currently with a 37-24-12 mark. The OVER/UNDER records, important for totals bettors, are 36-36-2 for the Flames and 29-43-1 for the Ducks. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Calgary vs Anaheim injuries news.
The Ducks-Flames odds would favor the Ducks if the lines were set according to our power ranks. Calgary is rated No. 21 in the current OddsShark poll, while Anaheim is at No. 14.
Statistical Matchup
Offensively, the game matches up the Calgary Flames' No. 25-ranked offense (2.76 goals per game) against an Anaheim Ducks defense that ranks No. 6 at 2.7 goals per game allowed. The Flames power play has clicked at a 16.73% rate while the Ducks have a 82.94% rate on the penalty kill.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Anaheim was a 4-2 Sportsbook in its last match at home against the Devils. They won as favorites, while the total score of 6 made Sportsbooks of OVER bettors.
Calgary was a 5-2 loser in its last match on the road against the Coyotes. They lost as -125 underdogs, while the total score of 7 made Sportsbooks of OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Anaheim at Winnipeg, Friday, March 23
Calgary at San Jose, Saturday, March 24