In what is shaping up to become one of the toughest series in these 2022 NHL playoffs, The Calgary Flames will continue into Dallas for game four of this best of seven series. In their last contest, it came down to the wire in game three. These two teams battled hard but ultimately, Dallas got the timely goals needed to take a 2-1 series lead.
There is sure to be some continued animosity between these two Western Conference foes in game four. Puck drop for this much anticipated first-round battle is scheduled for 9:30 pm Eastern Time on TBS.
Flames at Stars Stats
Calgary Flames Stats
The Calgary Flames find themselves on the wrong end of a 2-1 series in the first round. They are one of the best defensive teams in the playoffs and currently have the 2nd best team goals-against average thus far these playoffs.
Although his team is down in the series, goaltender Jacob Markstrom has been elite. His GAA is currently 1.36 while his save percentage is .942%. He has done everything that this Calgary team can ask of him.
As one of the NHL betting odds favorites to win the Stanley Cup, the Flame have some pressure as they are behind in this series. They have dealt with many offensive struggles during this first-round series against the Stars. Currently, Calgary is ranked last of the playoff teams in terms of scoring. They are averaging just one goal per game this series.
They will need their stars such as Johnny Gaudreau who had 115 points during the regular season, and Matthew Tkachuk who led the team with 42 goals to step up in major ways for them to win this series.
Dallas Stars Stats
As one of the NHL experts picks to lose in the first round of these Western Conference, the Stars have handled the adversity that has gone their direction and managed a 2-1 series lead in the first three games. They are playing a physical brand of hockey that is beginning to bother the Flames and knock them off their game.
Goaltender Jake Oettinger has played stellar in these first three games of this series. He currently has a 1.01 GAA along with a .969 save percentage. He is going above and beyond what the Stars can expect of him.
Their star players came out to play in game three which helped them gain the victory. Forward, Joe Pavelski led the Stars in both points and assists during the regular season. Pavelski currently has three goals in the first three games of this series. His plus-minus is +3 as well. He is making a direct impact on the Stars, which is making things difficult for their opposition.
The Dallas Stars are gaining confidence with each passing game and have seemed to find a game plan that deters the Flames from finding their game. Expect Dallas to continue their physical play to rattle Calgary to go for a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Flames at Stars Betting Trends
- The Stars are 4-0 in their last 4 games playing on 1 day’s rest
- Dallas is 2-1 against the puck line in this series
- The under is 4-1 in Flames’ last 5 games overall
- The Flames are 7-0 in their last 7 Monday games this season
Flames at Stars Betting Predictions
All in all, most NHL betting stats would find this game to be a defensive battle the entire way. The over/under for this contest is at 5.5 total goals. In game four, expect these teams to tighten up defensively and play under the 5.5-goal threshold. Have confidence in playing the under with -120 odds in Monday’s contest.
The Flames are the Moneyline favorite with -160 odds while the Stars are the +144 underdog. Just as many of these series in the 2022 playoffs, look for the Flames to even this series. Take the Flames to win this contest as one of your NHL betting picks for tonight’s slate of games.
Conclusion
Overall any fan of playoff hockey should tune into this series. The first three games have been physical, emotional, and close. This series has all the makings to go the distance and with each passing game, the tension continues to rise.
The Stars are exceeding expectations and are making things difficult for the Flames. Many fans were expecting the Flames to dominate this series but Dallas has created a good game plan to combat Calgary’s play style.
The Flames will look to even up this series as they face a confident team, raucous crowd, and their own pressures in game four. Be sure to tune in to TBS to watch this heavyweight first-round matchup.
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