Montreal Canadiens (25-30-11) vs. Calgary Flames (32-29-5)
March 16, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Calgary Flames -233 / Montreal Canadiens +185; Over/Under: +6.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Canadiens vs Flames betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Saturday, March 16th at Scotiabank Saddledome. We will take a look at:
-The Montreal Canadiens’ 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 the Canadiens and Flames
Can the Canadiens Bounce Back?
The Canadiens faced off against the Boston Bruins on Thursday and the offense wasn’t good enough. The offense only scored one goal, and they ended up losing in overtime. Nick Suzuki had a strong game scoring one goal. The Canadiens on the season is averaging 2.73 goals per game while their defense is giving up 3.41 goals per game. Nick Suzuki is having a strong season, and he has scored 26 goals and added 36 assists so far this season. In this game the Canadiens need to find a way to get the offense going.
Calgary Flames Impressed in Last Game
The Flames in the last game faced off against the Vegas Golden Knights, and they were able to secure the 4-1 victory. The first two periods they failed to score, but they ended up scoring four goals in the third period. Blake Coleman had a strong game putting up two goals. The Flames are averaging 3.12 goals while their defense is giving up 3.17 goals per game. Nazem Kadri is having a strong season scoring 22 goals and adding 35 assists so far this season. The Flames will meet the Capitals after this one.
Calgary Flames Team Facts
- The underdogs have won five of the last six games between the Canadiens and Flames.
- The Flames have covered the puck line in each of their last seven night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Flames have won the third period in eight of their last nine games as home favorites following a win.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in seven of the Flames’ last eight games against Atlantic Division opponents.
Montreal Canadiens Team Facts
- The Canadiens have won five of their last six games as underdogs against the Flames.
- The Canadiens have covered the puck line in each of their last six games against the Flames.
- The Canadiens have won the third period in four of their last five games against the Flames.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in six of the Canadiens’ last seven games after coming off overtime.
Flames vs Canadiens Betting Prediction
The Flames sure looked impressive in the last game, and it’s going to be much of the same here. The Flames defense gave up only one goal and the Canadiens offense has been an issue all season. Look for the Canadiens to fail to score more than a goal here. The Flames are going to score at least three goals, and this is going to be a comfortable victory. Back The Flames on the puck line.
