Free NHL Hockey Prediction: Ducks vs Flames NHL Odds
Looking for Anaheim Ducks vs. Calgary Flames free hockey plays & NHL Odds? NHL betting sees the Ducks taking on the Flames on Friday, March 29th, at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Cappers Picks provides complimentary expert handicapping picks on all NHL Hockey games all season long so stay tuned for more FREE daily NHL hockey predictions like this Ducks Flames matchup.
(32-36-10) Anaheim Ducks vs. Calgary Flames (42-30-3)
Date: Friday, March 29th
Time: 9:00 PM
Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
NHL Hockey Moneyline Odds: Calgary-265 | Anaheim +205
NHL Hockey Puck Line Odds: OFF
NHL Betting Total: 5½
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The Calgary Flames have locked up their playoff appearance while also sitting atop the Pacific division entering their Friday night matchup versus the Anaheim Ducks. However, they will be looking to half a two-game losing skid in picking up a second straight win over the Ducks in this matchup.
Anaheim Ducks
The Ducks will not participate in the playoffs after being winners of just 32 games all season. However, they are certainly looking to end their season on a winning note as they have picked up victories in four of the last six games, overall.
They were able to pick up a win over the Vancouver Canucks in their last outing as Sam Steel had a monster game with a total of three goals. Shot leader in Rickard Rakell also scored on a power play goal in the contest as the Ducks ended with just 24 shots on goal.
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And despite Rakell having just 17 goals on the season, he has posted 4 goals in the last three games for the Ducks. The Ducks will be looking to win their thrid road game in four outings versus the Flames.
Point leader in Ryan Getzlaf along with left-winger Nick Ritchie are both questionable for this matchup with upper-body issues. On the other hand, the defense may be without Cam Fowler along with Jakob Larsson as they are battling undisclosed along with lower body injuries.
Calgary Flames
The Flames have suddenly dropped two straight games after a loss to the Dallas Stars in their last outing. In all, their offense has posted only one goal during their current skid.
TJ Brodie was able to post a goal in the third period, however, the Flames could not tie the game late despite having 36 shots on goal. They allowed just 24 shots for the Stars as their defense has continued to remain solid throughout their most recent defeats.
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Calgary certainly needs to shore up offensive vulnerabilities in this contest versus the Ducks. Anaheim ranks at or near the bottom in shots allowed per game along with goals scored per outing.
Center Sam Bennett (12 goals) is questionable for Friday’s matchup due to lower body issues.
NHL Betting Trends:
- Under is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings in Calgary.
- Under is 8-1-2 in the last 11 meetings.
- Home team is 56-19 in the last 75 meetings.
- Ducks are 41-14 in the last 55 meetings.
- Ducks are 8-3 in the last 11 meetings in Calgary.
4* Free NHL Betting Pick: Under
With the way both teams have struggled offensively, look for the under to be the play in this contest on Friday. In all, look for the Flames to get back on the winning track at home (where they are winners of 5 of 7) as they will dominate throughout in a 4-1 win.
NHL Free Score Prediction: Ducks 1 – Flames 4
There is much at stake for the Ducks in this contest. They not only have a chance to separate themselves from the San Jose Sharks in the Pacific, but, also have an opportunity to increase their confidence after a rough patch of play.
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