Panthers vs. Flames Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Monday, Dec. 18

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

The Florida Panthers (18-10-2) are set to face off against the Calgary Flames (12-14-5) in a thrilling NHL matchup. With both teams coming off recent victories, this game is poised to be a battle of resilience and skill as they vie for a crucial win to bolster their season records.

Florida Panthers vs. Calgary Flames Odds Info

Moneyline: Florida Panthers -126 (FanDuel) / Calgary Flames +105 (FanDuel)

Puck Line: +1.5 – Florida Panthers +190 (FanDuel) / Calgary Flames -235 (FanDuel)

Total: 6.5 – -120 (BetMGM) / +100 (BetMGM)

Game Info

Date: Monday, Dec. 18

Time: 09:30 PM

Location: Scotiabank Saddledome – Calgary, AB

TV: ESPN+

Florida Panthers Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the Florida Panthers have 9 wins and 8 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the Florida Panthers have 14 wins and 6 losses.
• This season, the Florida Panthers have hit 13 overs and 17 unders.

Calgary Flames Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Calgary Flames have 7 wins and 7 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Calgary Flames have 7 wins and 11 losses.
• This season, the Calgary Flames have hit 18 overs and 13 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last three seasons, the Florida Panthers and the Calgary Flames have faced off four times, with the Flames emerging victorious in three of those encounters. The games, spanning from January 2022 to November 2022, have seen the home team win three times, indicating a strong home-ice advantage. The Flames have also been more successful against the spread, covering it in three out of the four games, while the Panthers have only done so once. In terms of over-under betting, the over has hit three times, suggesting a trend of high-scoring games between these two teams. Other notable statistics include the Flames’ effective penalty kill, particularly highlighted in their most recent matchup where they scored a shorthanded goal and killed off all power play opportunities from the Panthers. The Flames have also shown dominance in the faceoff circle, winning a significant majority of faceoffs in their last game against the Panthers.

The most recent game between the Florida Panthers and the Calgary Flames took place on November 29, 2022, where the Flames secured a decisive 6-2 victory at home. The Flames were the favorites with a closing moneyline of -154 and a spread of -1.5, which they covered. The game saw an early shorthanded goal by Dillon Dube of the Flames, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Despite a power play goal from Jonathan Huberdeau, the Panthers were unable to contain the Flames’ offense, which was bolstered by multiple goals, including another from Dube and a late goal from Andrew Mangiapane. The Flames’ goaltender, Dan Vladar, had an impressive save percentage of 0.939, stopping 31 out of 33 shots on goal. The total score of 8 meant the game went over the set over-under of 6.5, continuing the trend of high-scoring games between these teams.

Florida Panthers vs. Calgary Flames Predictions

The Florida Panthers are entering the game with a solid record, having recently snapped a two-game losing streak with a convincing 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers. The Panthers have been relying on the offensive prowess of Sam Reinhart, who leads the team with 38 points, and the steady goaltending of Sergei Bobrovsky. With a power play success rate of 18.1% and a penalty kill rate of 81.4%, the Panthers will look to capitalize on special teams against the Flames.

On the other side, the Calgary Flames are looking to build on their recent 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Despite a less than ideal start to the season, the Flames have shown signs of resurgence, with Yegor Sharangovich stepping up as the team’s goal-scoring leader. The Flames will need to leverage their home-ice advantage at the Scotiabank Saddledome and improve on their power play success rate of 12.0% to match the Panthers’ intensity.

This matchup will also feature key player battles, including the Flames’ defensive efforts led by MacKenzie Weegar against the Panthers’ top scorers. With both teams scoring an average of 3.00 goals per game, the offensive exchange is expected to be dynamic. The game could very well be decided by the performance of the goaltenders, with both teams seeking to maintain their winning momentum in what promises to be an engaging contest.

Florida Panthers vs. Calgary Flames Pick

The Florida Panthers have shown a strong ability to bounce back after losses this season, as evidenced by their recent win against the Oilers. With a team that boasts a higher win percentage and a solid road record, the Panthers are positioned well to take on the Flames. Despite the Flames’ home-ice advantage and their historical success against the Panthers, Florida’s current form and offensive threat led by Sam Reinhart, who has been exceptional with 38 points, make them the favorable pick. The Panthers’ special teams performance, with a power play success rate of 18.1% and a penalty kill rate of 81.4%, also gives them an edge in what could be a closely contested game.

While the Flames have the potential to put up a strong fight, especially with their recent win against the Lightning, the Panthers’ resilience and higher scoring average this season cannot be overlooked. Additionally, the Flames’ lower power play success rate of 12.0% could be a determining factor in a game that may see several power play opportunities. Taking into account the Panthers’ ability to win on the road and their recent form, the Florida Panthers moneyline bet is the more compelling choice for this matchup.

The Pick: Florida Panthers -126 (FanDuel)

Florida Panthers vs. Calgary Flames Player Prop Picks

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

Florida Panthers

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