Vegas Golden Knights (35-23-7) vs. Calgary Flames (31-29-5)
March 14, 2024 9:00 pm EDT
The Line: Calgary Flames -135 / Vegas Golden Knights +109; Over/Under: +6.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Golden Knights vs Flames betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Thursday, March 14th at the Scotiabank Saddledome. We will take a look at:
-The Vegas Golden Knights recent form and recent player performance
-The Calgary Flames recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between Golden Knights and Flames.
Golden Knights Coming off Overtime Win
The Golden Knights faced off against the Seattle Kraken in the last game and they were able to secure the 5-4 victory. Jonathan Marchessault had a strong game putting two goals and that led to the victory. The Golden Knights on the season is averaging 3.2 goals while their defense is giving up 2.96 goals per game. The offense is ranked 13th in the league while the defense is ranked 12th. Jonathan Marchessault has scored 37 goals and added 21 assists so far this season.
Flames Defense is Struggle
The Flames defense is struggling and they have lost three games in a row. Over the last three games, the Flames has given up 18 goals. The Flames on the season are averaging 3.11 goals while their defense is giving up 3.2 goals per game. The offense is ranked 16th in the league while the defense is ranked 20th. Nazem Kadri has been the top player scoring 22 goals and adding 34 assists so far this season. The Flames will take on the Canadiens after this one.
Calgary Flames Team Facts
- The Flames have won four of their last five games as home underdogs following a home loss.
- The Flames have covered the puck line in each of their last nine Thursday games as underdogs.
- The Flames have won the second period in each of their last four games as underdogs following a home loss.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in eight of the last nine games between the Golden Knights and Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome.
Vegas Golden Knights Team Facts
- The Golden Knights have lost three of their last four games as favorites following an overtime win.
- The underdogs have covered the puck line in nine of the Golden Knights’ last 10 games.
- The home team has won the third period in four of the Golden Knights’ last five games.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Golden Knights’ last nine games following a road win.
Golden Knights vs Flames Betting Prediction
The Golden Knights are averaging 3.2 goals per game, and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. The Flames defense has been a major issue heading into this game, and they are going to really struggle to defend in this game. The Golden Knights are going to score at least five or six goals, and this game is going to get out of hand early. Back the Golden Knights on the money line.
