How to Pick the Flames vs. Predators Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 4

Published 12:36 am Saturday, January 4, 2025

Looking for best bets for the upcoming game between the Calgary Flames and the Nashville Predators on Saturday at 10:00 PM ET? You’ve come to the right place. In the article below, we offer our picks and predictions to help you make informed betting decisions for this matchup.

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Flames vs. Predators Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Under 6 (model projecting 5.7 goals)

  • A total of 19 Calgary games this season have gone over Saturday’s over/under of 6 goals.
  • There have been 16 Nashville games with more than 6 goals this season.
  • The total for this game (6) is 0.9 more than the combined scoring averages for the Flames (2.66) and the Predators (2.41).
  • These two teams are allowing a combined 6.2 goals per game, 0.2 more than this contest’s over/under.

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Moneyline Pick

Flames Moneyline: -112

  • The Flames have been victorious in nine of their 11 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (81.8%).
  • Calgary is 9-2 (winning 81.8% of its games) when playing with moneyline odds of -112 or shorter.
  • Based on the moneyline in this contest, the Flames’ implied win probability is 52.8%.

Predators Moneyline: -108

  • Nashville has secured an upset victory two times when playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season (in 16 games as the underdog).
  • The Predators have two victories in games with moneyline odds of -108 or longer (in 16 chances).
  • Nashville has a 51.9% chance to win this game (implied from its moneyline odds).

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Calgary 3, Nashville 2

Flames Points Leaders

  • One of Calgary’s top offensive options this season is Jonathan Huberdeau, who has recorded 29 points in 38 games.
  • Nazem Kadri has 13 goals and 14 assists for Calgary to compile 27 total points (0.7 per game).
  • Calgary’s offensive effort is aided by Connor Zary’s 27 points. He’s contributed 12 assists.
  • Daniel Vladar (6-8-5) has a 3.1 goals against average and a save percentage of .888 for Calgary.

Predators Points Leaders

  • Filip Forsberg is an important part of the offense for Nashville, with 31 points this season. He has recorded nine goals and 22 assists in 39 games.
  • Jonathan Marchessault is a key contributor for Nashville, with 28 total points this season. He has netted 14 goals and provided 14 assists in 39 contests.
  • Nashville’s Roman Josi has 25 points, courtesy of seven goals (fifth on team) and 18 assists (second).
  • Juuse Saros has a .905 save percentage (25th in the league), with 785 total saves, while allowing 82 goals (2.7 goals against average). He has put up a 9-16-6 record between the posts for Nashville this season.

Flames’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/29/2024 Golden Knights L 3-0 Away +185
12/31/2024 Canucks W 3-1 Home -135
1/2/2025 Utah Hockey Club L 5-3 Home +106
1/4/2025 Predators Home -112
1/7/2025 Ducks Away
1/8/2025 Kings Away
1/11/2025 Kings Home

Predators’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/30/2024 Jets L 3-0 Away +105
12/31/2024 Wild L 5-3 Away +100
1/3/2025 Canucks W 3-0 Away -191
1/4/2025 Flames Away -108
1/7/2025 Jets Away
1/11/2025 Capitals Home
1/14/2025 Golden Knights Home

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Calgary vs. Nashville Game Info

  • Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025
  • Time: 10:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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  • Location: Calgary, Alberta
  • Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome

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