Flames vs Kraken Prediction and NHL Tips - 28 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 27, 2023, 6:31PM | Published: Dec 27, 2023, 1:32PM
The Calgary Flames will square off with the Seattle Kraken in NHL action at Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday, commencing at 1:30pm AEDT.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Flames vs Kraken game, plus the latest betting odds and goal scorer tips, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Flames vs Kraken
Based on detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Calgary-Seattle NHL match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Flames a 56% chance of winning against the Kraken at Scotiabank Saddledome.
More: Flames vs Kraken Match Centre
Flames vs Kraken: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NHL game at Scotiabank Saddledome are shown here:
- Head to Head: Flames $1.75, Kraken $2.28
- Line: Flames -1.5 ($2.90), Kraken +1.5 ($1.49)
- Total (Over/Under 5.5 Goals): Over $1.87, Under $2.08
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Flames at $1.75 and the Kraken at $2.28.
The Flames are 1.5-goal favourites against the Kraken, with odds of $2.90 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Kraken (+1.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.49.
The Over/Under for Flames vs Kraken has been set at 5.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.87 and odds for the Under at $2.08.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Kraken (+1.5) have a 66% chance of covering the line, while the 5.5-goal Over/Under has a 54% chance of going Over.
The best site for placing bets on the Flames vs Kraken game is Betfair, where you are able to wager against other NHL fans instead of using a traditional bookmaker.
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Flames vs Kraken: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Seattle at $2.28 with Betfair
- Line: Flames -1.5 at $2.90 with Betfair
- Total Goals: Over 5.5 at $1.87 with Betfair (54% probability)
These Flames vs Kraken best bets are based on market-leading modelling and wagering expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
And while the Flames have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Kraken to win is our preferred option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Although the Kraken are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Flames -1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the best odds available.
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Flames vs Kraken: Prediction
Stats Insider has full coverage of Calgary vs Seattle on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, free betting tips, and live scores.
Flames vs Kraken: Player Props
Who will score the first goal in Flames vs Kraken? The latest data is in.
According to Stats Insider, Calgary's Elias Lindholm is the most likely player to score the first goal in Flames vs Kraken.
Lindholm has a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Saddledome, while the Flames star has a 31.0% chance of registering an anytime goal.
Scroll down for the full list of first goalscorer and anytime goalscorer probabilities.
First Goal Scorer Tips
Flames First Goal Scorer Tips
- Elias Lindholm: 7.1% probability
- Yegor Sharangovich: 6.4% probability
- Nazem Kadri: 4.9% probability
- Blake Coleman: 4.7% probability
- Connor Zary: 4.3% probability
Kraken First Goal Scorer Tips
- Jared McCann: 5.8% probability
- Eeli Tolvanen: 4.8% probability
- Matty Beniers: 4.4% probability
- Oliver Bjorkstrand: 4.1% probability
- Jordan Eberle: 3.3% probability
Anytime Goal Scorer Tips
Flames Anytime Goal Scorer Tips
- Elias Lindholm: 31.0% probability
- Yegor Sharangovich: 29.5% probability
- Nazem Kadri: 25.1% probability
- Blake Coleman: 23.4% probability
- Connor Zary: 21.0% probability
Kraken Anytime Goal Scorer Tips
- Jared McCann: 30.0% probability
- Eeli Tolvanen: 25.2% probability
- Matty Beniers: 23.5% probability
- Oliver Bjorkstrand: 22.2% probability
- Brandon Tanev: 17.9% probability
Our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Calgary vs Seattle game at Scotiabank Saddledome.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips for every NHL game, plus a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Flames vs Kraken: Preview
The match-up between the Flames and Kraken at Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled to start at 1:30pm AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Calgary Flames vs Seattle Kraken
- Date: Thursday 28 December 2023
- Time: 1:30pm AEDT
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Calgary vs Seattle predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NHL tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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