Flames vs Kraken Picks and Prediction – 2/3/2025
Flames vs Kraken Prediction
The Calgary Flames enter this matchup with a 25-18-7 record and are coming off a 4-1 win against Anaheim. Calgary has had mixed results lately, going 3-2 in the last five games, including victories over Buffalo and Minnesota but losses to Winnipeg and Washington. Jonathan Huberdeau leads the team with 36 points (19 goals, 17 assists), while MacKenzie Weegar has been the top playmaker with 19 assists. Offensively, the Flames are averaging 2.68 goals per game and generating 29.1 shots on goal. The power play has been solid, converting at 21.0%. Hit the ice running with our NHL picks.
Defensively, Calgary is allowing 2.92 goals per game and has struggled on the penalty kill, sitting at just 72.1%. Goaltender Dustin Wolf has been the more reliable option with a 2.51 goals against average and .917 save percentage, while Dan Vladar has posted a 3.12 GAA and .886 save percentage. The Flames will need to tighten up the penalty kill. Injuries could also play a role, as Kevin Bahl, Connor Zary, and Jakob Pelletier remain sidelined.
The Seattle Kraken come in with a 23-27-3 record and a 13-12-3 mark at home. Seattle is coming off a strong 6-2 win over San Jose but has been inconsistent, dropping games to Anaheim, Edmonton, and Washington in the last five contests. Jared McCann leads the team with 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists), while Chandler Stephenson has the team lead with 29 assists. Seattle has been slightly better offensively than Calgary, scoring 2.98 goals per game despite managing just 26.7 shots per contest. The power play is slightly weaker at 19.0%.
Defensively, the Kraken are giving up 3.17 goals per game and allowing 28.7 shots per contest. The penalty kill, however, has been more effective than Calgary’s, sitting at 77.8%. Goaltender Joey Daccord has been strong in net, recording an 18-12-2 record with a 2.43 GAA and .917 save percentage. With key injuries to Yanni Gourde, Jordan Eberle, and potentially McCann and Stephenson, Seattle's depth will be tested in this matchup.
Flames vs Kraken Pick Analysis
Calgary has been the slightly more consistent team, with a better penalty kill and a stronger overall defensive presence. The Flames will need Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar to drive the offense, while Dustin Wolf gives them an edge in net over Daccord. Expect a close battle, but Calgary comes out on top. Final Score Prediction: Calgary Flames win 3-2.
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Calgary Flames +124