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Flames vs. Oilers Predictions, Odds, Preview

VegasInsider Staff Sports Betting Expert

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May 1, 2021

Matt Blunt
NHL Expert
VegasInsider.com

Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Predictions

Score Prediction Oilers 4 Flames 3

The Oilers were caught in a predictable flat spot when playing the Flames the other night, as it was the third-in-four and off sweeping Winnipeg to create separation from them in the standings. A day off sleeping in their own beds should bring a much better effort out of the Oilers, but whether that ends up in a win or not isn't my concern.

Calgary's feeling this final push towards the playoffs right now, and with Montreal's recent struggles, Calgary's a team that's feeling like they can chase the Habs down. Not a team I'm looking to fade. It's not a great play on the spot for the Flames either, as Edmonton wants to stay ahead of the Jets and keep home ice in that opening round.

Off a game where Edmonton's offense scored once, I expect them to produce at their usual rate, with Calgary doing everything they can to keep pace.

Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Best Bets

OVER

The Calgary Flames have won two straight games when facing the Edmonton Oilers, including three straight games covering the puck line. (AP)

Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Betting Analysis

Calgary is currently in the fifth-place position of the North Division standings with a 22-24-3 record. Edmonton is currently sitting in the second place position of the North Division standings with a 29-17-2 record. The Oilers are 13 points ahead of the Flames.

Venue: Rogers Place
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Time: 10:00 p.m. ET

Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Form

Calgary's 3-1 win over Edmonton is the third victory for the Flames over their last four games. Edmonton's 3-1 loss to Calgary snapped a two-game winning streak for the Oilers.

Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Head To Head

Calgary has won the last two meetings against Edmonton, outscoring the Oilers 8-1. The goal total has gone UNDER in three straight meetings between the two clubs, while the underdog has covered the puck line in five straight meetings.