How to Pick the Predators vs. Flames Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 4
Published 11:50 pm Friday, January 3, 2025
On Saturday, January 4 at 10:00 PM ET, the Nashville Predators are scheduled to face off against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. For best bets, picks, and predictions for this contest, keep reading.
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Predators vs. Flames Picks
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Total Pick
Pick OU: Under 6 (model projecting 5.7 goals)
- Nashville and its opponent have combined for more than Saturday’s total of 6 goals 16 times this season.
- A total of 19 of Calgary’s games have ended with more than 6 goals this season.
- The over/under for this game (6) is 0.9 more than the combined scoring averages for the Predators (2.41) and the Flames (2.66).
- The 6.2 goals per game these two teams are giving up on average are 0.2 more than the over/under for this contest.
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Moneyline Pick
Predators Moneyline: -116
- The Predators have gone 10-13 this season when favored on the moneyline.
- Nashville is 9-13 when playing with moneyline odds of -116 or shorter (40.9% win percentage).
- The implied moneyline probability for this game says the Predators have a 53.7% chance to win.
Flames Moneyline: -104
- In 26 games as the underdog on the moneyline, Calgary has pulled off the upset nine times.
- The Flames have nine wins in games when their moneyline odds are -104 or longer (in 26 such games).
- Calgary’s implied probability to win is 51.0% based on its moneyline odds.
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Score Prediction
Prediction:
Calgary 4, Nashville 2
Predators Points Leaders
- A productive offensive player this season for Nashville, Filip Forsberg has recorded 31 points.
- With 14 goals and 14 assists, Jonathan Marchessault is one of the most important offensive options for Nashville with his 28 points (0.7 per game).
- Through 35 games, Roman Josi has proven himself as a scoring option for Nashville. He has 25 points (seven goals and 18 assists).
- As Nashville’s top goalie, Juuse Saros has recorded 9 wins and 16 losses this season while giving up 82 goals with 785 saves.
Flames Points Leaders
- Jonathan Huberdeau’s 16 goals and 13 assists in 38 contests give him 29 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
- Nazem Kadri has made a big impact for Calgary this season with 27 points, thanks to 13 goals and 14 assists.
- Calgary’s Connor Zary has 22 points (10 goals, 12 assists) this season.
- Calgary’s Daniel Vladar is 6-8-5 this season, compiling 467 saves and permitting 59 goals (3.1 goals against average) with an .888 save percentage (54th in the league).
Predators’ Schedule
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| 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 | -116 |
| 1/7/2025 | Jets | – | Away | – |
| 1/11/2025 | Capitals | – | Home | – |
| 1/14/2025 | Golden Knights | – | Home | – |
Flames’ Schedule
| 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 | -104 |
| 1/7/2025 | Ducks | – | Away | – |
| 1/8/2025 | Kings | – | Away | – |
| 1/11/2025 | Kings | – | Home | – |
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Nashville vs. Calgary 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)
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
- Location: Calgary, Alberta
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
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