The Calgary Flames look for a win after splitting their last 8 games. The Arizona Coyotes also look for a win after splitting their last 8 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Calgary Flames vs Arizona Coyotes prediction.
Calgary Flames Betting Preview
The Calgary Flames rebounded from losses to the Flyers and Blackhawks with a win over the Senators. The Calgary Flames are averaging 3.10 goals per game and are scoring on 12.4 percent of their power play opportunities. Blake Coleman leads Calgary with 17 goals, Nazem Kadri has 19 assists and Mickael Backlund has 112 shots on goal. Defensively, the Calgary Flames are allowing 3.17 goals per game and are killing 83.9 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Jacob Markstrom has allowed 64 goals on 698 shots faced, and Dan Vladar has given up 43 goals on 367 shots.
Calgary Flames Team Facts
- The Flames have won seven of their last eight games against the Coyotes.
- The Flames have covered the puck line in each of their last four night games against Central Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in six of the Flames’ last seven games as favorites against Central Division opponents.
- The Flames have won the third period in each of their last four night games following a home win.
Arizona Coyotes Betting Preview
The Arizona Coyotes rebounded from losses to the Islanders and Jets with a win over the Bruins. The Arizona Coyotes are averaging 2.97 goals per game and are scoring on 23.2 percent of their power play opportunities. Lawson Crouse leads Arizona with 16 goals, Matias Maccelli has 21 assists and Clayton Keller has 111 shots on goal. Defensively, the Arizona Coyotes are allowing 3 goals per game and are killing 78.7 percent of their opponent’s power plays. Karel Vejmelka has given up 53 goals on 531 shots faced, and Connor Ingram has allowed 58 goals on 685 shots.
Arizona Coyotes Team Facts
- The Coyotes have won seven of their last eight games following a home win.
- The Coyotes have covered the puck line in eight of their last nine games following a home win.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Coyotes’ last six home games.
- The Coyotes have lost the first period in each of their last seven games as underdogs.
Calgary Flames vs Arizona Coyotes prediction
You could make an argument that the Arizona Coyotes have been a better team this season over the Flames, so getting the plus money with them at home is a bit of a surprise. The Coyotes have also played their best hockey at home, where they’re 13-8 on the season. The Coyotes are also fresh off an overtime win over the Bruins, which could have a carry over impact. Give me the home dog in this spot.