Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Calgary Flames Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/18/2024]

The Calgary Flames will square off with the Toronto Maple Leafs in NHL action at Scotiabank Saddledome on Thursday, starting at 9:00PM ET.

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

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

We have used trusted machine learning and statistics to simulate the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Maple Leafs and Flames 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL predictions.

Our popular predictive analytics model currently gives the Maple Leafs a 53% chance of defeating the Flames.

According to our model, the Flames (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of going under.

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Maple Leafs vs. Flames Odds

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

Bet Type	Maple Leafs	Flames
Puck Line	-1.5 (+170)	+1.5 (-205)
Moneyline	-135	+120
Total	o6.5 (-110)	u6.5 (-105)

• The Flames are +1.5 underdogs against the Maple Leafs, with -205 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the favored Maple Leafs (-1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at +170.
• DraftKings currently has the best moneyline odds for the Flames at +120, which means you can bet $100 to profit $120, earning a total payout of $220, if they win.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Maple Leafs at -135, where you can risk $135 to win $100 for a total payout of $235 if they come out on top.
• The Over/Under sits at 6.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, while FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -105.

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

As always, make sure you check all the sports betting sites that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

Maple Leafs vs. Flames Picks

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

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Puck Line	Flames +1.5	-205
Moneyline	Flames	+120
Total	Under 6.5	-105

While the Maple Leafs are more likely to win the game, betting on the Flames moneyline is the best option due to the 1.4% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

Dimers' NHL best bets are based on detailed simulations and betting expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

Maple Leafs vs. Flames Player Props

Who will score an anytime goal in Maple Leafs vs. Flames?

According to our model, Toronto's Auston Matthews is most likely to score the first goal in Maple Leafs vs. Flames.

Our projections give Matthews a 10.6% chance of scoring the first goal at Scotiabank Saddledome, while the Maple Leafs star is a 47.8% chance of netting an anytime goal.

First Goal Scorer Predictions

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	First Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	10.6%
Mitchell Marner	5.7%
William Nylander	5.6%
John Tavares	4.2%
Calle Jarnkrok	3.5%

Calgary Flames

Player	First Goal Probability
Yegor Sharangovich	6.4%
Blake Coleman	5.8%
Nazem Kadri	5.2%
Elias Lindholm	4.9%
Mikael Backlund	4.4%

Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions

Toronto Maple Leafs

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Auston Matthews	47.8%
William Nylander	28.9%
Mitchell Marner	28.8%
John Tavares	23.4%
Calle Jarnkrok	19.8%

Calgary Flames

Player	Anytime Goal Probability
Yegor Sharangovich	31.1%
Blake Coleman	30.8%
Nazem Kadri	26.8%
Elias Lindholm	26.4%
Mikael Backlund	21.2%
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Maple Leafs vs. Flames on Thursday January 18, 2024.

Maple Leafs vs. Flames Game Information

Thursday's matchup between the Flames and Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled to commence at 9:00PM ET.

• Who: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Calgary Flames
• Date: Thursday January 18, 2024
• Time: 9:00PM ET / 6:00PM PT
• Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome

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Conclusion

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