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Flames vs. Kings Prediction: Los Angeles Predicted to Win Wednesday's NHL Matchup [1/8/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Calgary Flames vs Los Angeles Kings matchup.
The Los Angeles Kings will square off with the Calgary Flames in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, beginning at 10:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Calgary-Los Angeles game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Kings' chance of winning at 64%, with the Flames at 36%."
For expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Flames vs. Kings predictions page.
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Flames vs. Kings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's game between the Kings and Flames at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:30PM ET.
- Who: Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
- Time: 10:30PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Wednesday's Flames vs. Kings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Calgary vs. Los Angeles picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Flames vs. Kings Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NHL matchup between the Flames and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 64% chance of defeating the Flames.
According to our model, the Flames (+1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Flames vs. Kings Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flames | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-140) | -1.5 (+124) |
| Moneyline | +180 | -215 |
| Total | o5.5 (-110) | u5.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Flames vs. Kings Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Flames vs. Kings matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Flames vs. Kings Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Flames vs. Kings?
According to our model, Los Angeles' Adrian Kempe is most likely to score the first goal in Flames vs. Kings.
Our projections give Kempe a 9.0% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 41.8% chance of registering an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 5.6% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 4.5% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 4.0% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 9.0% |
| Quinton Byfield | 6.2% |
| Kevin Fiala | 5.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 26.8% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 23.4% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 22.6% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 41.8% |
| Quinton Byfield | 30.5% |
| Kevin Fiala | 28.9% |
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Flames on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flames vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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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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