The Vancouver Canucks (49-22-9), first in the NHL standings for the Pacific Division, host the Calgary Flames (37-38-5) in one of eight games on the NHL schedule Tuesday. Vancouver has already punched its ticket to the NHL playoffs and are looking to secure first in the Pacific Division, while the Flames are looking ahead to next season, but have nonetheless won their last two NHL games. Vancouver beat Calgary 4-2 in the last meeting between these NHL teams on March 23.
Calgary vs Vancouver Picks
- Final Score Prediction: Canucks 4-3
- Pick: Flames +1.5 (-142)
Jacob Markstrom (2.75 GAA, .906 save percentage) is expected to start in goal for the Flames and Casey DeSmith (2.89 GAA, .895 save percentage) is the projected starting goaltender for Vancouver Canucks as starter Thatcher Demko is still on the NHL injury report.
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Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks Odds
Let’s see how the oddsmakers view the Battle of this matchup:
Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks Information
Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks
Location of the game: Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 16 at 10 p.m. ET
Where to Watch: ESPN+ and SN Pacific (Canada)
Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks Recent Scores
Calgary is 4-6 in its last 10 NHL games, but have won consecutive games against the Arizona Coyotes and Anaheim Ducks. They’ve scored six goals in each of those wins. Nazem Kadri had three points in both games and leads the team in NHL player stats with 74 points (29 goals, 45 assists) in 80 games.
The Canucks are 5-4-1 in their last 10 games coming into the Flames vs Canucks prediction and among the NHL picks to win the Stanley Cup. They’ve earned points in three consecutive games, including a huge 3-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday that all but ensured a first-place finish in the Pacific Division. The only way the Canucks finish second is if they lose their last two games and Edmonton wins its last three.
Last Game Records
Calgary
- The Flames have lost consecutive games against Vancouver in Calgary Flames game predictions.
- They’re 5-3-2 in their last 10 head-to-head meetings in the Flames vs Canucks prediction.
Vancouver
- The Canucks have beat the Flames in two of their three meetings this season which, combined with their overall record, is a big reason why they’re favorites in the Vancouver Canucks match odds.
- They’re 5-4-1 in their last 10 games against the Flames.
Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks Betting Preview
Flames Seeking Third Consecutive Victory
Despite nearing the end of their season with nothing left to play for, the Flames have beaten up on lesser opponents in their last two games and are seeking to play spoiler against their Pacific Division rival on Tuesday. Calgary comes into the Flames vs Canucks prediction ranking T17th in NHL stats for goals (3.09), 13th in shots (31.2), and T24th in power play percentage (18.1). They’re 23rd in goals allowed (3.28), 17th in shots allowed (29.9), and 11th in penalty kill percentage (80.9).
The Flames are 17-19-4 on the road and 12-11-1 against Pacific Division opponents. Beyond Kadri, Yegor Sharangovich is second in team scoring with 59 points (31 goals, 28 assists) and has points in four of his last five games. Blake Coleman and Joel Hanley are on the NHL injury report for the Flames.
Canucks Looking to Secure First in the Pacific
Vancouver still has work to do to claim first in the NHL standings for the Pacific, assuming the Oilers beat the San Jose Sharks as expected on Monday. The Canucks can take comfort in knowing that they’ve beaten the Flames in consecutive games, but still don’t have their starting goaltender and instead will have to rely on DeSmith. The backup had a strong outing against Edmonton, allowing just one goal on 33 shots, but allowed six goals in each of his two prior starts.
The Canucks are 26-9-5 at home this season and 16-9-0 against Pacific Division opponents. J.T. Miller leads the team in scoring with 102 points (36 goals, 66 assists) and Quinn Hughes, among the leading NHL picks to win the Norris Trophy, is second with 91 points (17 goals, 74 assists).
Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks Odds Breakdown
Stay on top of the scores and odds as the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks face off in a battle for provincial bragging rights. The Canucks are -205 moneyline favorites with NHL Vegas odds of -1.5 (+120) for the puck line, while the Flames are +170 moneyline underdogs with +1.5 (-142) puck line odds. The total for the Flames vs Canucks prediction is 6.
Calgary Flames vs Vancouver Canucks Pick and Prediction
- Final Score Prediction: Canucks 4-3
- Pick: Flames +1.5 (-142)
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