The Calgary Flames (18-13-7) welcome the Nashville Predators (11-20-7) to the Scotiabank Saddledome on Saturday night in what promises to be a compelling Western Conference matchup.
The Flames enter the contest with strong home-ice performance, having won 10 of their last 14 games at the Saddledome, while the Predators continue to struggle on the road with just four wins in 21 away games this season.
Calgary's offensive efforts have been led by Jonathan Huberdeau with 16 goals and Mackenzie Weegar's 16 assists, while Nashville's attack ranks last in the NHL averaging just 2.4 goals per game.
The goaltending battle features Calgary's promising Dustin Wolf, who has posted impressive numbers with a 2.61 GAA and .914 save percentage, against Nashville's veteran Juuse Saros who has faced significant challenges this season.
Recent history between these teams favors the Flames, who have won three straight meetings while outscoring the Predators 6-3 in their two encounters this season.
With Calgary looking to maintain their playoff position in the Pacific Division and Nashville desperate to turn around their road fortunes, this matchup could prove pivotal for both teams' trajectories as the season progresses.
Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators: who will win?
For tonight's Calgary Flames vs Nashville Predators matchup, our predictive model gives the Flames a 66.25% chance of defeating the Predators.
Calgary Flames: 66.25% win probability
- Better overall record (18-13 vs 12-20)
- Superior goal-scoring ability (104 goals for vs Predators' 94)
- Stronger recent form (LWLWW vs Predators' WLLLW)
Nashville Predators: 33.75% win probability
- Poor defensive record (122 goals against, 14th in Western Conference)
- Struggling road performance (12 wins in 39 games overall)
- Inconsistent scoring (94 goals scored, lowest among playoff contenders)
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Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators odds
| Calgary Flames | Nashville Predators | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -105 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | -115 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Calgary Flames have won 18 out of 38 matches this season.
- 2The Nashville Predators have won 12 out of 39 matches this season.
- 3With 43 points, the Calgary Flames holds the 9th position in the league standings.
- 4Nashville Predators's 31 points place them 14th in the rankings.
Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators form
Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators head to head
Calgary Flames
67%
Nashville Predators
33%
Dec 11, 2024
Nashville Predators
3 : 4
Calgary Flames
Nov 16, 2024
Calgary Flames
2 : 0
Nashville Predators
Jan 5, 2024
Nashville Predators
3 : 6
Calgary Flames
Nov 23, 2023
Nashville Predators
4 : 2
Calgary Flames
Nov 8, 2023
Calgary Flames
4 : 2
Nashville Predators
Apr 11, 2023
Calgary Flames
2 : 3
Nashville Predators
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