Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/4/2024]

The Nashville Predators will take on the Calgary Flames in NHL action at Bridgestone Arena on Thursday, beginning at 8:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Thursday's Flames vs. Predators matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Flames vs. Predators Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and statistics to simulate the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Flames and Predators 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NHL picks.

Our famous predictive analytics model currently gives the Predators a 52% chance of beating the Flames.

According to our model, the Flames (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal Over/Under has a 52% chance of going under.

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Flames vs. Predators Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Flames	Predators
Puck Line	+1.5 (-245)	-1.5 (+198)
Moneyline	+100	-120
Total	o6 (-115)	u6 (-105)

• The Predators are listed as -1.5 favorites versus the Flames, with +198 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Flames (+1.5) to cover the puck line, FanDuel also has the best odds currently on offer at -245.
• BetMGM Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Predators at -120. That means you can risk $120 to win $100 for a total payout of $220 if they get the W.
• Meanwhile, BetMGM also has the best moneyline odds for the Flames at +100, where you can risk $100 to win $100 for a total payout of $200 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -115, as well as the best odds for the Under at -105.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all of the online sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Flames vs. Predators Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks for this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Predators -1.5	+198
Moneyline	Flames	+100
Total	Under 6	-105

Even though the Flames are more likely to cover the puck line, our best bet of Predators -1.5 is based on the chance of that happening, when compared to the best odds available.

And while the Predators are more likely to win the game, betting on the Flames moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is crucial to being profitable in the long run.

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Flames vs. Predators Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Flames vs. Predators?

According to our model, Nashville's Filip Forsberg is most likely to score the first goal in Flames vs. Predators.

Our projections give Forsberg an 8.9% chance of scoring the first goal at Bridgestone Arena, while the Predators star is a 40.9% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Calgary Flames

Player	First Goal Probability
Elias Lindholm	5.9%
Yegor Sharangovich	5.4%
Blake Coleman	4.9%
Nazem Kadri	4.8%
Jonathan Huberdeau	3.6%

Nashville Predators

Player	First Goal Probability
Filip Forsberg	8.9%
Ryan O'Reilly	4.9%
Gustav Nyquist	4.6%
Roman Josi	3.9%
Luke Evangelista	3.6%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Calgary Flames

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Elias Lindholm	31.3%
Yegor Sharangovich	30.6%
Blake Coleman	26.6%
Nazem Kadri	25.3%
Mikael Backlund	19.5%

Nashville Predators

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Filip Forsberg	40.9%
Ryan O'Reilly	26.4%
Gustav Nyquist	23.3%
Roman Josi	21.5%
Yakov Trenin	20.4%
Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Flames vs. Predators on Thursday January 4, 2024.

Flames vs. Predators Game Information

Thursday's game between the Predators and Flames at Bridgestone Arena is scheduled to begin at 8:00PM ET.

• Who: Calgary Flames vs. Nashville Predators
• Date: Thursday January 4, 2024
• Time: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT
• Venue: Bridgestone Arena

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Conclusion

This preview article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on Thursday's Flames vs. Predators contest, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control are performed to ensure the content meets our editorial standards.

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