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Avalanche vs. Flames Prediction: Colorado Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [2/6/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Colorado Avalanche vs Calgary Flames matchup.
The Calgary Flames and Colorado Avalanche will meet in the NHL at Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday, starting at 9:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Avalanche as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Colorado-Calgary game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Avalanche with a win probability of 57% and the Flames with 43%."
For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Avalanche vs. Flames predictions page.
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Avalanche vs. Flames Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Avalanche and Flames 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Avalanche a 57% chance of beating the Flames.
According to our model, the Flames (+1.5) have a 64% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 55% chance of going over.
Avalanche vs. Flames Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Avalanche | Flames |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+164) | +1.5 (-185) |
| Moneyline | -154 | +135 |
| Total | o5.5 (-125) | u5.5 (+110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Avalanche vs. Flames Picks and Best Bets
Our model's biggest edge in today's Avalanche vs. Flames matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the latest odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Avalanche vs. Flames Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Avalanche vs. Flames?
According to our model, Colorado's Nathan MacKinnon is most likely to score the first goal in Avalanche vs. Flames.
Our projections give MacKinnon a 9.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Saddledome, while the Avalanche star is a 41.5% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 9.1% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 6.3% |
| Martin Necas | 5.9% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 6.3% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 4.8% |
| Blake Coleman | 4.4% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Colorado Avalanche
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nathan MacKinnon | 41.5% |
| Artturi Lehkonen | 33.7% |
| Martin Necas | 29.1% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 31.0% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 27.6% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 24.3% |
Avs vs. Flames Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's action between the Flames and Avalanche at Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled to start at 9:00PM ET.
- Who: Colorado Avalanche vs. Calgary Flames
- Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
- Time: 9:00PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Avalanche vs. Flames matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Colorado vs. Calgary picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Avalanche, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Flames 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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