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Ducks vs. Flames Prediction: Calgary Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [1/30/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Anaheim Ducks vs Calgary Flames matchup.
The Calgary Flames will face the Anaheim Ducks in NHL action at Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday, commencing at 9:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Flames as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Anaheim-Calgary game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Flames with a win probability of 61% and the Ducks with 39%."
For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Ducks vs. Flames predictions page.
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Ducks vs. Flames Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Ducks and Flames 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Flames a 61% chance of beating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 6 goals has a 51% chance of staying under.
Ducks vs. Flames Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ducks | Flames |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-160) | -1.5 (+138) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -184 |
| Total | o6 (-105) | u6 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Ducks vs. Flames Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Ducks vs. Flames matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Ducks vs. Flames Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Flames?
According to our model, Calgary's Andrei Kuzmenko is most likely to score the first goal in Ducks vs. Flames.
Our projections give Kuzmenko a 6.9% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Saddledome, while the Flames star is a 34.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Troy Terry | 5.7% |
| Frank Vatrano | 5.5% |
| Mason McTavish | 4.7% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 6.9% |
| Nazem Kadri | 6.4% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 5.6% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Troy Terry | 30.3% |
| Frank Vatrano | 27.0% |
| Mason McTavish | 25.8% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 34.9% |
| Nazem Kadri | 31.0% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 28.7% |
Ducks vs. Flames Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Flames and Ducks at Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled to begin at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Calgary Flames
- Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
Dimers.com's full preview of Thursday's Ducks vs. Flames matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Anaheim vs. Calgary picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Flames, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Thursday.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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