Calgary Flames vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction – 4/9/2025

The Calgary Flames are set to face off against the Anaheim Ducks on April 9, 2025, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. This matchup features two Pacific Division rivals with contrasting seasons, as the Flames aim to help their playoff chances while the Ducks look to play spoiler.

Calgary Flames vs Anaheim Ducks Game Preview

The Calgary Flames enter this contest with a record of 37-27-13, positioning them fourth in the Western Conference's Pacific Division. But the Flames still have work to do to grab a Western Conference Wild Card spot. They trail the Minnesota Wild by four points in the race for that final spot with just a handful of games to go. That makes a game like this one so important, as the Flames look to pick up a win over one of the worst teams in the NHL to help bolster their postseason aspirations.

On the other side, the Anaheim Ducks have struggled throughout the season, holding a 34-35-8 record, placing them sixth in the Pacific Division. In all honesty, finishing outside of the bottom-two in the Pacific is likely a win for the Ducks if they can remain in their current spot in the standings through the end of the regular season. The Ducks have a winning record at home by a game and will look to protect their home rink again here to do damage to a division rival's playoff chances.

Betting Insights

As of the latest available odds, the Calgary Flames are favored to win this matchup, with moneyline odds of -140. The Anaheim Ducks are underdogs with moneyline odds of +120. The over/under for total goals is set at 5.5, with the over being a popular pick given both teams' recent trends.

In their last 3 head-to-head meetings, the Flames have dominated, securing victories in all three previous games this season. Calgary won their last encounter against Anaheim, a 4-1 victory at Scotiabank Saddledome on April 3.

Calgary Flames vs Anaheim Ducks Prediction

Considering the current form and statistical analysis, the Calgary Flames appear to have the upper hand in this matchup. Their superior offensive production, combined with a more effective power play and recent success against the Ducks, positions them as the likely victors. Additionally, the Flames' goaltending has been more consistent, with Dustin Wolf providing reliable performances throughout the season.

While the Ducks have shown resilience, particularly with the emergence of young talents like Leo Carlsson and Mason McTavish, their defensive vulnerabilities and less effective special teams could be exploited by the Flames. Therefore, the prediction for this game is a Calgary Flames victory, with the potential for the total goals to exceed 5.5, aligning with recent trends and both teams' scoring capabilities.

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