{"id":591104,"date":"2026-04-07T11:16:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T11:16:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/591104\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T11:16:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T11:16:13","slug":"calgary-flames-vs-dallas-stars-prediction-picks-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/591104\/","title":{"rendered":"Calgary Flames vs Dallas Stars Prediction, Picks &#038; Odds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>    NHL Betting Preview: Flames vs Stars<\/p>\n<p>The Calgary Flames meet the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Tuesday, April 7.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re Backing Stars on the Puck Line<\/p>\n<p>Head to the puck line and back the Stars -1.5. This means beating the Flames by at least two goals and our prediction is priced at +104 which means there is lots of juice.<\/p>\n<p>Stars Won Previous H2H Clash<\/p>\n<p>Calgary Flames triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where Anaheim Ducks were beaten 5-3 at Honda Center. Morgan Frost bagged two goals, while Joel Farabee, Matvei Gridin and Ryan Strome scored once. Goalie Devin Cooley had 36 saves (.923).<\/p>\n<p>Dallas Stars were defeated last time out. American Airlines Center saw them beaten at home to Colorado Avalanche by a 2-0 scoreline. They managed 17 shots on goal, with goalie Casey DeSmith making 20 saves (.952).<\/p>\n<p>Head-to-Head Statistics<\/p>\n<p>The scoreline was 6-1 in favor of the Stars when they last played the Flames, with the encounter taking place at Scotiabank Saddledome. The past 10 clashes between these teams have seen six Stars wins.<\/p>\n<p>                     Starting Goalies<\/p>\n<p>                             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/259.png\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                             Dustin Wolf (Expected)<\/p>\n<p>                                Season<br \/>\n                                W-L-OTL:<br \/>\n                                GAA:<br \/>\n                                SV%:<br \/>\n                                SO:<\/p>\n<p>                                24\/25<br \/>\n                                22-27-3<br \/>\n                                3.1<br \/>\n                                .895<br \/>\n                                2<\/p>\n<p>                                23\/24<br \/>\n                                7-7-1<br \/>\n                                3.16<\/p>\n<p>.893<br \/>\n                                0<\/p>\n<p>                             <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/264.png\" height=\"20\" width=\"20\" alt=\"\"\/><br \/>\n                             Jake Oettinger (Expected)<\/p>\n<p>                                Season<br \/>\n                                W-L-OTL:<br \/>\n                                GAA:<br \/>\n                                SV%:<br \/>\n                                SO:<\/p>\n<p>                                24\/25<br \/>\n                                31-12-6<br \/>\n                                2.6<br \/>\n                                .900<br \/>\n                                3<\/p>\n<p>                                23\/24<br \/>\n                                35-14-2<br \/>\n                                2.72<\/p>\n<p>.905<br \/>\n                                3<\/p>\n<p>            Calgary Flames \u2013 Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>6 wins, 3 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.2 goals from 26.5 shots on goal, with a 16.1% powerplay efficiency. The Flames have given up 3.6 goals from 32.5 shots, averaging 4.1 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 78.1%.<\/p>\n<p>Matt Coronato is the top points scorer with 10 points, 3 goals and 7 assists, with Morgan Frost racking up 9 points, 7 goals and 2 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Dustin Wolf have a 3.86 goal against average with a .873 save percentage.<\/p>\n<p>            Dallas Stars \u2013 Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>The Stars have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 overtime losses, averaging 2.2 goals from 21.5 shots on goal, with a 20.6% powerplay efficiency. They have been conceding 2.7 goals from 25.5 shots, averaging 3.3 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 84.9%.<\/p>\n<p>The top points scorer is Jason Robertson with 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, while Matt Duchene is next best after having 7 points, 3 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Jake Oettinger have a 2.51 GAA with a .893 SV%, including one shutout.<\/p>\n<p>    Calgary Flames vs Dallas Stars Prediction &amp; Picks<\/p>\n<p>Step into Calgary Flames vs Dallas Stars with confidence as we bring you our expert match prediction, projected scoreline, best player prop picks and a custom-built bet builder.<\/p>\n<p>Game Prediction<\/p>\n<p>Dallas Stars look capable of covering the -1.5 puck line in this NHL clash. Our pick is to take +104 in the hope that they\u2019re able to land a big enough victory.<\/p>\n<p>Knowing which players are injured gives us a valuable edge when putting together hockey forecasts. After reviewing the form guide, we turn to the latest stats to shape our NHL predictions.<\/p>\n<p>Key Flames vs Stars stats:<\/p>\n<p>            The +1.5 line hasn\u2019t been covered by Flames in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.The +1.5 line hasn\u2019t been covered by Flames in 12 of their last 20 games on the road.Stars -1.5 Probability<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best sportsbooks<\/a> make it a 49% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our cappers have this figure between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. It\u2019s the reason why we are recommending this hockey bet.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for Bigger Odds?<\/p>\n<p>If the initial Puck Line odds don\u2019t grab your fancy, there\u2019s the option to shoot for more juice by moving the line when it comes to your pick. It all comes down to how confident you feel.<\/p>\n<p>Get rewarded when bet. Check our latest guide featuring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-offers\/free-bets\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">top-rated free bets<\/a>, promotions and sign-up bonuses.<\/p>\n<p>\n            Our Game Prediction\n        <\/p>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"tpbot_tip\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n            Stars -1.5 @ +104<br \/>\n        <\/a><br \/>\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"tpbot_btns\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>            Bet Now<br \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM logo\"\/><br \/>\n        <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" width=\"140\" height=\"38\" alt=\"BetMGM logo\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                BetMGM Promo<br \/>\n                Promotions on BetMGM!<br \/>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"btn inline-flex justify-center align-center pulsate-bck\" style=\"background-color: #fff; color: #000;\" target=\"_blank\">Get Bonus<\/a><br \/>\n                T&amp;C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+<\/p>\n<p>        Disclosure: This preview contains affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. T&amp;Cs apply. We only recommend licensed and regulated operators. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/editorial-policy\/\" style=\"color: blue; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Editorial Policy<\/a>. Pick odds and lines reflect the price available at the time of publication (Apr 7, 00:56). Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. 18+ (or legal age) | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/gamble-responsibly\/\" style=\"color: blue; font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Gamble Responsibly<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Published 00:56, 07 April 2026<\/p>\n<p>        Player Prop Picks<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top:10px;\">Jason Robertson (Stars) has recorded Over 3.5 shots on goal in 8 of the past 10 games. Out of all the prop bets available, we\u2019re going to take the -164 when it comes to this Shots on Goal wager. <\/p>\n<p>            Latest Jason Robertson Player Prop Odds<\/p>\n<p>Goals<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Assists<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Shots on Goal<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                   <\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"tc-content\" style=\"padding:0;\">Pick odds and lines correct at publication. Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>                Calgary Flames vs Dallas Stars Odds<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 12px;padding: 10px; background-color: #f2f5f6\">The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.<\/p>\n<p>Stars Big Favorites With the Books<\/p>\n<p>Dallas Stars are massive -244 favorites. They are regarded as 71% likely to win this game judging by the sportsbooks\u2019 latest Moneyline odds. If you\u2019re looking for an alternative angle, Calgary Flames are trading at +198.<\/p>\n<p>The puck line is 1.5 and total goals is 5.5. Hockey fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Totals wager. There\u2019s an opportunity to bet Over 5.5 at -118.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re wagering pre-game or in-game, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/nhl\/\" style=\"color: blue;font-weight: bold;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best NHL betting sites<\/a> offer a huge selection of team props and game lines. With practically endless options, it\u2019s great to have so many alternatives to match your view of the encounter.<\/p>\n<p>Jason Robertson Favorite to Find the Net First<\/p>\n<p>Jason Robertson is the favorite to be First Goalscorer at +750. If you\u2019re interested in backing him to find the net at anytime, then the price is +110.<\/p>\n<p>            Player Goals<\/p>\n<p>Jason Robertson (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mikko Rantanen (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Wyatt Johnston (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Matt Duchene (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>            Player Assists<\/p>\n<p>Jason Robertson (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Miro Heiskanen (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mikko Rantanen (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Matt Duchene (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>            Player Shots<\/p>\n<p>Jason Robertson (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mikko Rantanen (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Wyatt Johnston (Stars)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Blake Coleman (Flames)<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/betting-sites\/go\/betmgm\/sport?utm_campaign=sgc\" class=\"nfl_odd_col\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/645-BetMGM-370x100-dark.370x100.100.png\" alt=\"BetMGM Logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>Micro Betting<\/p>\n<p>There are lots of exciting NHL micro betting lines that are created and they are available in-game. Among them are next goalscorer, next team to find the net and whether a goal will be scored within the next 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Live market odds and lines updated regularly. All odds subject to change. T&amp;Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.<\/p>\n<p>Team Stats<\/p>\n<p>Latest regular season and playoff games stats.<\/p>\n<p>                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/259.png\" height=\"90\"  alt=\"Calgary Flames logo\"\/><br \/>\n                        Calgary Flames Stats<\/p>\n<p>                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/264.png\" height=\"90\"  alt=\"Dallas Stars logo\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                         Dallas Stars Stats<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t            5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>                            \t+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \t+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t        \t-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \t-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 2 of the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>                                Game Totals: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tGame Totals on the Road: An average of 7.00 goals in the previous 10 games on the road<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t        \tOver 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals: Have scored an average of 3.40 goals and allowed 3.60 goals in the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.40 pts and allowed 4.60 goals in the last 10 games on the road<\/p>\n<p>                            Game Totals: An average of 5.00 goals in the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tGame Totals at Home: An average of 6.20 goals in the previous 10 home games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 5.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tOver 5.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals: Have scored an average of 2.30 goals and allowed 2.70 goals in the last 10 games<br \/>\n                            \tTeam Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.20 goals and allowed 3.00 goals in the last 10 home games<\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>                            \tGoals Powerplay: 0.5<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 26.5<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 4.1<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 8.8<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 10.9<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 29.8<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 19.8<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 17.7<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.5              \t<\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games on the Road<\/p>\n<p>                                Goals Powerplay: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 26.9<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.3<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.4<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 7.3<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 14.6<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 27.6<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 19.1<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 16.3<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.4    <\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Games<\/p>\n<p>                                Goals Powerplay: 0.7<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 21.5<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0.1<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 3.3<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0.2<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 6.7<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 12.4<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 23.5<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 20.5<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 13.7<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.6 <\/p>\n<p>Last 10 Home Games<\/p>\n<p>                            Goals Powerplay: 0.9<br \/>\n                            \tShots: 22.9<br \/>\n                            \tGoals Shorthanded: 0<br \/>\n                            \tPenalties: 4.5<br \/>\n                            \tEmpty Net Goals: 0<br \/>\n                            \tPenalty Minutes: 9.7<br \/>\n                            \tBlocks: 12.2<br \/>\n                            \tFaceoff Wins : 24.1<br \/>\n                            \tHits: 21.5<br \/>\n                            \tGiveaways: 14<br \/>\n                            \tTakeaways: 4.9 <\/p>\n<p>                Starting Lineups<\/p>\n<p>Both teams\u2019 confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.<\/p>\n<p>                Expert Analysis by Kevin Thompson<\/p>\n<p class=\"expert-subtitle italic margin-bottom-2\">NHL Analyst<\/p>\n<p>                About the Analyst<\/p>\n<p>Our ice hockey previews are produced by a specialised team of analysts, former odds compilers and sports journalists. Picks are research-driven and reviewed for accuracy and editorial consistency under the oversight of our hockey panel and Editor-in-Chief.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsgambler.com\/writers\/kevin-thompson\/\" class=\"expert-link inline-flex align-center relative\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">View Profile &amp; Track Record<\/a><\/p>\n<p>                NHL Predictions Methodology<\/p>\n<p>Our NHL analysis combines the latest\u00a0team news, injury reports and\u00a0line changes\u00a0with recent form and market movement. We factor in\u00a0situational analysis\u00a0like home ice advantage and schedule spots. 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