The Calgary Flames taking on Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers is difficult to call a Pacific Division rivalry these days, but regardless, it’s still a great all-Canada clash to enjoy. After all, McDavid is on a historic run with assists and points, so why not add to the matchup with our best Flames vs Oilers prediction?
We’ll also likely get to experience another fun post-game interview from Flames netminder Devin Cooley, so what’s not to love? That’s likely what Calgary is thinking, as they’ve actually had Edmonton’s number. Whether it’s simply catching them off-guard or McDavid and company overlooking them, the Flames actually won three of four meetings last season! We’ve also got Calgary coming off a 5-2 victory and Edmonton coming off a home upset by the Detroit Red Wings. Even with all that being the case, the Oilers are still heavy favorites on home ice and are still the focus of our best Flames vs Oilers prediction.
Even with Calgary taking the season series last year, they still had a negative goal differential against Edmonton, and again, McDavid is on an absolute tear right now. Take the over if you don’t want to sweat out a winner without needing overtime, but we’re still going to call for the Oilers to put out the Flames’ current hot streak.
Flames vs Oilers prediction: Edmonton 3-way ML (-135) available at time of publishing. Playable to -145.
