Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Thursday, Jan. 11

We have your Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Calgary Flames hit the road to face the Arizona Coyotes.

The Calgary Flames (18-18-5) are set to face off against the Arizona Coyotes (20-17-2) in a Western Conference clash. With both teams hovering around the .500 mark, this matchup could be a critical pivot point as they push for a playoff spot.

Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes Odds Info

Moneyline: Calgary Flames -120 (PointsBet) / Arizona Coyotes -100 (PointsBet)

Puck Line: +1.5 – Calgary Flames +195 (BetRivers) / Arizona Coyotes -245 (BetRivers)

Total: 6.0 – -106 (BetRivers) / -115 (BetRivers)

Game Info

Date: Thursday, Jan. 11

Time: 09:00 PM

Location: Mullett Arena – Tempe, AZ

TV: ESPN+

Calgary Flames Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the Calgary Flames have 8 wins and 15 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the Calgary Flames have 9 wins and 10 losses.
• This season, the Calgary Flames have hit 23 overs and 18 unders.

Arizona Coyotes Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Arizona Coyotes have 13 wins and 8 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Arizona Coyotes have 11 wins and 17 losses.
• This season, the Arizona Coyotes have hit 22 overs and 17 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the course of the last two seasons, the Calgary Flames and the Arizona Coyotes have faced off three times, with the Flames emerging victorious in two of those encounters while the Coyotes claimed one win. These matchups occurred between December 5, 2022, and March 14, 2023. In terms of game locations, the home team secured two wins compared to the visiting team’s single triumph. When it came to betting statistics, the Flames covered the spread once, whereas the Coyotes managed to beat the spread twice. The total score of the games tended to be high, with the over hitting on two occasions and the under only once. Key statistics from these games reveal that the Flames had a higher number of shots on goal in each game, with a peak of 51 shots in their February 22, 2023, game. The Coyotes, on the other hand, had a higher number of blocks in two out of the three games, with their highest being 23 blocks on February 22, 2023. The Flames also demonstrated physicality with a consistent number of hits across the games, while the Coyotes showed variability in their hitting game.

The most recent game between the two teams on March 14, 2023, ended with a 4-3 overtime victory for the Arizona Coyotes. Despite the Calgary Flames leading in shots on goal with a total of 45 compared to the Coyotes’ 25, and also out-hitting the Coyotes with 39 hits, they were unable to secure the win. The Flames’ Mikael Backlund, Walker Duehr, and Jonathan Huberdeau each contributed to the scoreline, while Clayton Keller scored twice for the Coyotes, with Matias Maccelli and Travis Boyd adding to their tally. The Coyotes’ goaltender, Connor Ingram, had an impressive game with a save percentage of 0.933, stopping 42 out of 45 shots. The Flames’ Jacob Markstrom faced 25 shots and ended the game with a save percentage of 0.84. The Coyotes managed to block more shots with 16 blocks to the Flames’ 10, and both teams were equally physical with 39 hits each. This game also saw the Coyotes overcoming the odds as underdogs with a closing moneyline of +203, while the Flames were the favorites with a closing moneyline of -255.

Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes Predictions

The Calgary Flames are entering this game with a mixed bag of recent performances, but they managed to snap a two-game slide with a 6-3 win over the Ottawa Senators, showcasing their ability to rally and overcome deficits. The Flames’ offense has been sparked by center Blake Coleman, who leads the team with 17 goals, while Nazem Kadri has been a key playmaker with 19 assists. Defensively, Calgary will need to tighten up, as they currently sit 12th in the Western Conference and will be looking to improve their road record of 8-11-4.

On the other side, the Arizona Coyotes are coming off a morale-boosting 4-3 overtime victory against the Atlantic Division-leading Bruins, a game that saw them demonstrate resilience and tenacity. With a home record of 13-8-0, the Coyotes have been strong at Mullett Arena, and they’ll look to players like Clayton Keller, who leads the team with 34 points, to continue driving their offense. The Coyotes have also been performing well as underdogs, which could play into their strategy against the Flames.

This game is not just about the star players, as both teams have depth that can make a difference. The Flames will be relying on their physicality and shot volume to pressure the Coyotes, while Arizona will aim to capitalize on their shot-blocking and quick transitions. With both teams fighting to stay in the playoff race, expect a competitive and strategic game where every shift could shift the standings.

Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes Pick

The Arizona Coyotes have shown a strong ability to perform as underdogs, particularly in their recent overtime victory against the Bruins, which could give them the psychological edge they need against the Flames. With a solid home record of 13-8-0, the Coyotes have demonstrated that they can hold their own at Mullett Arena. The Flames, while coming off a win, have been inconsistent on the road with an 8-11-4 record. Additionally, the Coyotes’ ability to block shots and capitalize on turnovers could disrupt the Flames’ offensive strategies, which rely heavily on shot volume.

Historically, the head-to-head matchups have been close, with the Coyotes managing to beat the spread twice in their last three encounters. The most recent game saw the Coyotes overcome the Flames in overtime, despite being the underdogs. This suggests that Arizona has the capability to rise to the occasion when facing Calgary. Given the Coyotes’ current momentum and the Flames’ road struggles, coupled with the favorable moneyline odds for Arizona, the smart pick for this game is the Arizona Coyotes moneyline bet.

The Pick: Arizona Coyotes -100. (PointsBet)

Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

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