- The Panthers are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Flames
- Panthers vs. Flames Total (Over/Under): 5.5 goals
- TV Channel: SCRI | RSNW
The Florida Panthers (34-31) visit Scotiabank Saddledome to take on the Calgary Flames (27-34) on Mar. 20 in Calgary, AB. The puck drop is scheduled for 9:00 pm.
The Panthers are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+220).
The Panthers vs. Flames Over/Under is 5.5 total goals.
Panthers vs. Flames Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Panthers | -1.5 +220 | 5.5 +100 | -110 |
| Flames | +1.5 -275 | 5.5 -120 | -110 |
Panthers vs Flames Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Panthers will win this game with 51.8% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Panthers vs Flames Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Flames will cover the spread with 50.2% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Panthers Best Bets & Trends
- The Florida Panthers have hit the Game Total Over in 17 of their last 25 away games (+7.85 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have hit the 3P Game Total Over in 10 of their last 20 away games (+5.00 Units / 19% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 7 of their last 9 away games (+4.15 Units / 35% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 4 of their last 5 away games (+4.00 Units / 58% ROI)
- The Florida Panthers have covered the 1P Puck Line in 4 of their last 6 games (+2.75 Units / 31% ROI)
Flames Best Bets & Trends
- The Calgary Flames have covered the Puck Line in 16 of their last 25 games at home (+6.90 Units / 15% ROI)
- The Calgary Flames have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 16 of their last 25 games at home (+6.70 Units / 25% ROI)
- The Calgary Flames have covered the 1P Puck Line in 17 of their last 25 games at home (+6.65 Units / 15% ROI)
- The Calgary Flames have hit the Game Total Under in 15 of their last 25 games (+6.10 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Calgary Flames have hit the 1P Moneyline in 12 of their last 25 games at home (+5.75 Units / 20% ROI)
Panthers Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Panthers are 23-45 against the spread this NHL season (-21.9 Units / -23.86% ROI).
- Panthers are 34-34 when betting on the Moneyline for -13.35 Units /-14.17% ROI
- Panthers are 39-29 when betting the Over for +7.35 Units / 9.83% ROI
- Panthers are 29-39 when betting the Under for -13.95 Units /-18.55% ROI
Flames Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Flames are 37-30 against the spread this NHL season (-9.45 Units /-7.73% ROI).
- Flames are 27-41 when betting on the Moneyline for -10.85 Units / -14.86% ROI
- Flames are 32-32 when betting the Over for -2.95 Units / -3.88% ROI
- Flames are 32-32 when betting the Under for -1.95 Units / -2.64% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Flames vs Panthers
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Matthew Tkachuk (Fla) | +170 |
| Sam Bennett (Fla) | +195 |
| Carter Verhaeghe (Fla) | +230 |
| Anton Lundell (Fla) | +270 |
| Matt Coronato (CAL) | +270 |
| Mikael Backlund (CAL) | +270 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Flames vs Panthers
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Mikael Backlund (CAL) | 0.5 +120 | 0.5 -160 |
| Matvei Gridin (CAL) | 0.5 +145 | 0.5 -200 |
| Matthew Tkachuk (FLA) | 0.5 -250 | 0.5 +180 |
| Seth Jones (FLA) | 0.5 +130 | 0.5 -175 |
| Sam Bennett (FLA) | 0.5 -165 | 0.5 +125 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Flames vs Panthers
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| A.J. Greer (FLA) | 1.5 +115 | 1.5 -160 |
| Matvei Gridin (CAL) | 1.5 -130 | 1.5 -105 |
| Seth Jones (FLA) | 1.5 -160 | 1.5 +120 |
| Sam Bennett (FLA) | 2.5 -150 | 2.5 +110 |
| Morgan Frost (CAL) | 1.5 +105 | 1.5 -145 |
Panthers: Keys to the Game vs. Flames
The Panthers are 81-67 (.547) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 8th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Panthers are 129-93 (.581) since the start of the 2023-24 season — 6th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Panthers were 47-33 (.588) last season — tied for 8th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Panthers are undefeated (12-0) when scoring 3 or more goals in a period this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .843
Flames: Keys to the Game vs. Panthers
The Flames are 27-40 (.403) this season — tied for 5th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Flames are 102-119 (.462) since the start of the 2023-24 season — tied for 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Flames are 2-25 (.074) when trailing after the second period this season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .147
The Flames are 8-11 (.421) when tied after the second period this season — tied for 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Panthers Offensive Stats & Trends
The Panthers have drawn 245 penalties this season — most among NHL Teams
The Panthers have averaged 4.8 high danger chances per game on the power play this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.7
The Panthers had 90 forecheck chances in the third period last season — most among NHL Teams
The Panthers recorded 33.8 shots per game last season — 3rd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 30.3
Flames Offensive Stats & Trends
The Flames have scored on 6% of rush chances in the second period since the start of the 2024-25 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Flames scored on 5% of cycle chances in the first period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Flames have 7 inner slot shots while shorthanded this month — most among NHL Teams
The Flames had 37 rush chances in overtime last season — most among NHL Teams
Panthers Defensive Stats & Trends
The Panthers have a .848 save percentage in the third period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .886
The Panthers have a .745 slot save percentage in the third period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .815
The Panthers have allowed opponents to score on 16% of cycle chances in the third period this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Panthers have allowed 0.3 high danger chances per game while their opponent is shorthanded since the start of the 2024-25 season — tied for 3rd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.4
Flames Defensive Stats & Trends
The Flames allowed 5 forecheck chances in overtime last season — most among NHL Teams
The Flames have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Flames have allowed 81 forecheck chances in the third period this season — most among NHL Teams
The Flames have allowed 222 forecheck chances this season — most among NHL Teams
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