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Anaheim comes in with a dangerous attack and one of the league’s hottest power plays, scoring at a strong clip and producing enough chances to keep pressure on opponents. The Ducks have also shown they can win high-scoring games, but their recent run has featured plenty of goals against, which makes every defensive lapse costly. Calgary has been more uneven overall, but the Flames have shown a path to wins through lower-event hockey, stronger special teams, and solid home performances. Their scoring has lagged Anaheim’s, yet their ability to keep opponents from running away with shot volume gives them a better chance to control the game state in Calgary. That balance makes the home side the more attractive position.
Calgary projects as the more trustworthy side at home in a game that should stay competitive but tilt the Flames’ way late. Anaheim’s offense can create scoring runs, yet Calgary’s stronger defensive structure and better penalty kill make the home team the better win-value position. The projected final is Calgary 4, Anaheim 3.
