In this article we will formulate a Calgary Flames vs Philadelphia Flyers prediction for this NHL game on Saturday, October 12th at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Calgary Flames Betting Preview
The Calgary Flames are 1-0-0 this season after they defeated Vancouver in overtime by a score of 6-5 in their last game. Calgary trailed 4-1 at the end of the first period, but they were able to bounce back and score the next four goals to take a 5-4 lead in the third. The Flames ended up allowing the tying goal late in the third, but they rallied to win in overtime. Calgary out shot Vancouver by a total of 26-24, recorded 18 hits, and went 1-3 on the power play in the game. Anthony Mantha was one of four Flames to have one goal and one assist in the game, while Vladar saved 19 out of 24 shots for a .792 save percentage.
Calgary started their first game against Vancouver very slow and had multiple defensive issues, but they played very well in the last two periods + overtime to get the win. I don’t love this Calgary team and I think they are going to struggle this season, as their goaltending is just not where it needs to be.
Philadelphia Flyers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia Flyers are 1-0-0 this year after they defeated Vancouver in a shootout by a score of 3-2 on Friday night. Philadelphia tied the game at one late in the first period and they tied the game at two early in the third period, before winning in the shootout. The Flyers out shot Vancouver by a total of 31-26, recorded 21 hits, and went 1-4 on the power play in the game. Philly got goals from York and Foerster, while Ersson stopped 24 out of 26 shots for a .923 save percentage.
Philadelphia looked pretty good in their first game and they generated a ton of scoring chances, but they have to be slightly disappointed that they only scored twice in regulation. We should see Fedotov in goal for this game, who struggled in limited time last season.
Calgary Flames vs Philadelphia Flyers Prediction
Both of these teams were able to pick up a win in the first game of the season, but Calgary will be at home and will have the rest advantage. The Flyers will be on the second game of a back to back and went to a shootout on Friday night. I was really impressed with how many chances the Flyers generated against Vancouver and they should have an easier time against this Calgary defense. Take the Flyers here, despite the short rest.