Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Thursday, Jan. 04

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

The Calgary Flames (16-16-5) are set to face off against the Nashville Predators (21-16-1) in a clash at Bridgestone Arena. With both teams looking to extend their respective 2-game winning streaks, this matchup promises to be a battle of wills as they vie for crucial points in their conference standings.

Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Odds Info

Moneyline: Calgary Flames +102 (BetRivers) / Nashville Predators -120 (FanDuel)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Calgary Flames -245 (BetRivers) / Nashville Predators +198 (FanDuel)

Total: 6.0 – -105 (BetMGM) / -115 (BetMGM)

Game Info

Date: Thursday, Jan. 04

Time: 08:00 PM

Location: Bridgestone Arena – Nashville, TN

TV: ESPN+

Calgary Flames Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the Calgary Flames have 7 wins and 13 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Calgary Flames have 8 wins and 12 losses.
• This season, the Calgary Flames have hit 20 overs and 17 unders.

Nashville Predators Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Nashville Predators have 12 wins and 9 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the Nashville Predators have 12 wins and 5 losses.
• This season, the Nashville Predators have hit 19 overs and 19 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last two seasons, the Calgary Flames and Nashville Predators have faced off five times, with the Predators emerging victorious in four of those encounters. The games span from November 2022 to November 2023, showcasing a consistent edge for the Predators both as the home and visiting team. In terms of betting statistics, the Predators have also dominated against the spread, covering it in four out of the five games, while the Flames have only managed to do so once. The over/under betting results have leaned heavily towards the under, with four of the five games not surpassing the predetermined threshold. The Predators have shown a strong defensive performance, particularly in the game on January 16, 2023, where they held the Flames to just one goal, while their goaltender, Juuse Saros, saved 38 out of 39 shots, leading to a save percentage of 0.974. The Flames, on the other hand, have struggled to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, with their highest goal tally in these matchups being just two goals, which they achieved twice.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on November 22, 2023, and ended with a 4-2 victory for the Nashville Predators. The Predators, playing at home, were not the favorites going into the game, as indicated by their positive closing moneyline of -106 compared to the Flames’ -114. Despite this, they managed to secure a win and cover the spread of 1.5. The game remained under the total score line of 6.5, with the final combined score being 6. The Predators’ goaltender, Juuse Saros, had a strong showing with a save percentage of 0.923, stopping 24 out of 26 shots. The Flames’ goaltender, Jacob Markstrom, faced a barrage of 45 shots, saving 41 for a save percentage of 0.911. The Predators outperformed the Flames in takeaways, with 9 compared to the Flames’ 3, and also had fewer giveaways, with 10 against the Flames’ 17, indicating a more disciplined game in terms of puck possession.

Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Predictions

The Calgary Flames are entering this game with an even record, showing inconsistency throughout the season. However, they’ve found some form recently, winning their last two games and will be looking to build on that momentum. The Flames’ offense has been led by center Blake Coleman, who tops the team with 14 goals and 27 points. Defensively, they’ve been middle-of-the-pack, but goaltender Jacob Markstrom will need to be at his best against a Predators team that has shown they can capitalize on their chances.

Nashville Predators, on the other hand, have been slightly more consistent, holding a winning record and sitting in a playoff spot within their division. Filip Forsberg has been the standout performer for the Predators, leading the team with 18 goals and 42 points. The Predators have shown a strong defensive game, ranking well in goals against, which could prove to be the difference-maker in this game. Their recent form, coupled with home-ice advantage, could give them the edge over the Flames.

This game could come down to key player matchups, particularly the Flames’ offense against the Predators’ defense. Calgary will need to find a way to break through Nashville’s tight defensive unit, while the Predators will look to Forsberg to continue his offensive production. With both teams on winning streaks, the intensity is expected to be high as they each aim to secure a victory in this tightly contested matchup.

Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Pick

The Nashville Predators have demonstrated a clear advantage over the Calgary Flames in recent matchups, winning four out of the last five encounters. This trend, combined with the Predators’ strong defensive performance and home-ice advantage, suggests that they are well-positioned to continue their success against the Flames. With Filip Forsberg leading the team in goals and points, Nashville’s offense has a reliable scorer who can make a significant impact in the game. Moreover, the Predators’ goaltender, Juuse Saros, has shown he can deliver a high save percentage, which could be crucial in a game that’s expected to be tightly contested.

While the Flames have shown some recent improvement with back-to-back wins, their overall inconsistency this season and the Predators’ recent form make the Nashville moneyline bet the more compelling choice. The Predators’ ability to limit their opponents’ scoring opportunities, as evidenced by their strong defensive statistics, and their disciplined puck possession game, as seen in their lower number of giveaways, give them the edge in this matchup. Considering these factors, the Nashville Predators moneyline bet is the right pick for this game, as they are likely to extend their dominance over the Flames and secure another victory at Bridgestone Arena.

The Pick: Nashville Predators -120. (FanDuel)

Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators 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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