The Calgary Flames (1-6-1) and Winnipeg Jets (5-2-0) meet in the NHL tonight. Puck drop is set for 8:00 p.m. EDT at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, MB. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
The Jets are favored by -1.5 on the puck line, with the over/under set at 5.5 (-120o / -101u). The Jets are a -140 favorite to win outright, while the Flames are +115 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Flames vs. Jets predictions and NHL picks.
Flames vs. Jets Odds, Pick
| Flames Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -216 | 5.5 -120o / -101u | +115 |
| Jets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +176 | 5.5 -120o / -101u | -140 |
Flames vs. Jets Spread: Jets -1.5 (+176 ), Flames +1.5 (-216)
Flames vs. Jets Over/Under: 5.5 (-120o / -101u)
Flames vs. Jets Moneyline: Flames +115, Jets -140
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The market tends to overvalue home-ice advantage and recent perception, creating inflated prices on the favorite. By targeting road teams receiving limited public backing but still within striking odds, this system takes advantage of inefficient lines where motivation and matchup quality are underestimated.
Over time, fading public consensus in these midrange road dog spots has produced steady returns.
Flames vs. Jets Prediction
Overall, the system stands at 658-933 (41%) with a 5% ROI across all-time results, and it's off to a 17-16 (52%) start this season with a 27% ROI.
Best Bet: Flames Moneyline
