Flames vs Ducks Prediction & Odds - 4/3/2025

The Calgary Flames face a critical matchup against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday, with just six points separating them from the final Western Conference wild card spot and eight games left to make up ground.

While the Flames boast a solid defensive record (17th in the league with 2.9 goals against) and have dominated this rivalry lately—winning six of their last seven against Anaheim—their anemic offense (31st in goals-for at 2.6) could make this a tight, low-scoring affair.

All eyes will be on goaltender Dustin Wolf, who's posted impressive numbers this season (24-16-6, 2.67 GAA), as the desperate home team Flames look to continue their dominance over the away team Ducks, who stand on the brink of playoff elimination.

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Calgary Flames vs. Anaheim Ducks preview

The Calgary Flames are clinging to playoff hopes as they host the Anaheim Ducks Thursday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome in what could be a season-defining matchup for both Western Conference rivals.

Calgary, sitting just six points behind the final wild card spot with eight games left, has dominated this matchup recently, winning six of their last seven against the struggling Ducks who've dropped four of their last five road games.

Both teams bring anemic offenses to the ice - Calgary ranks 31st in goals-for (2.6 per game) while Anaheim isn't much better at 26th (2.7) - suggesting we might see a defensive battle with the UNDER hitting in six of their last nine meetings.

Nazem Kadri and Jonathan Huberdeau, both with 58 points this season, will look to spark the Flames' attack while the Ducks counter with Troy Terry (51 points) and a trio of 20-goal scorers in Mason McTavish, Frank Vatrano, and Leo Carlsson.

The goaltending edge likely belongs to Calgary's Dustin Wolf (24-16-6, 2.67 GAA, .909 save percentage) who's provided stability between the pipes for the Flames all season long.

Calgary's desperation factor can't be overlooked - they're fighting for their playoff lives while Anaheim sits on the verge of elimination, trailing the final wild card spot by 12 points with just eight games remaining.

Look for MacKenzie Weegar, Calgary's defensive anchor who leads the team with a +13 plus/minus rating, to play significant minutes as the Flames try to shut down Anaheim's limited offensive weapons.

This matchup feels like a must-win situation for the Flames if they want to keep their postseason aspirations alive, especially considering their historical home success against these Ducks.