Arizona Coyotes (34-40-5) vs. Calgary Flames (35-37-5)
Arizona Coyotes vs. Calgary Flames 4/14/24 – As the NHL regular season edges towards a thrilling climax, the Arizona Coyotes and Calgary Flames face off in a critical matchup at the Scotiabank Saddledome. This clash scheduled for Sunday, April 14, 2024, features two teams neck and neck in the standings, highlighting the daily premium selection in sports betting circles.
Coyotes had ups and downs, at times they did display good skills, seeing mostly from their offensive side. Being led by Clayton Keller from the right wing, where he has registered 33 goals and 40 assists in the current season, Arizona’s attacking team has the potential to trouble Calgary’s defenders. Keller’s jittery movement and dead-end vision are vital, particularly with Nick Schmaltz and Matias Macelli who, together, have provided a big boost to the Coyotes’ scoring efforts. The duo will play the primary role in outwitting Calgary defense with their interlinked strategy.
Conversely, Flames have their own shooting stars like Yegor Sharangovich and Nazem Kadri, who have been focal points of Calgary’s offensive strategy. Kadri, with 68 points and moreover the shooting percentage of 17.9%, and Sharangovich will bring much-needed depth and decisive scoring skill which may take advantage of the weak defense from the Coyotes. The Flames will aim to utilize their home-ice advantage and star players’ crucial efforts on the ice to emerge victorious despite the Coyotes’ strong attack and fast forward play.
Arizona Coyotes vs. Calgary Flames 4/14/24 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, April 14, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Scotiabank Saddledome |
| TV: | ESPN+ |
| Stream: | NHL.TV |
Goaltender Connor Ingram vs. Goaltender Jacob Markstrom
Connor Ingram has, without doubt, been the best netminder this past season with a save percentage of .909 in his 48 appearances with the club. Furthermore, his will to protect the goals will be key as he faces a Flames squad which has demonstrated it can be a deadly weapon. Ingram will discover his endurance and performance under pressure during a clash with Calgary’s flamethrowers.
Jacob Markstrom made 23 wins this season and kept a .906 save percentage, and thus he is expected to play for the Flames. Whether there are good times and bad, Markstrom’s experience and potential in critical moments are very important as he goes against the Coyotes offense. He will need all the tools at his disposal to emerge victorious. Whether his performance is in place or not, will invariably determine the pace and fate of the game.
NHL Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Since betting lines and odds are not established yet, bettors should remain attentive to the updates. The popularity of moneyline bets at pregame time is due to the fact that the initial impressions suggest a closely matched encounter.
Arizona Coyotes Betting Trends
Coyotes showed a positive move on the road against the spread with a 21-18 record which cannot be considered as a good one, as they achieved success only twice for their last five games now. Arizona may have potential if we take into account their capacity to outperform their opponents and to succeed during their trips away.
Calgary Flames Betting Trends
The Flames have been the stronger ones in the previous games, requiring three wins in five. Notwithstanding, their bumps on the road in their ‘away’ opponents’ den (17-21) show some quibbles. The latest combined three-game games OVER has a total score hence betting on a high-come match ought to be smart.
Arizona Coyotes vs. Calgary Flames 4/14/24 Betting Picks
As both teams were doing well in recent matches and demonstrated with triumphs and strong stats this game could be a closely fought battle which might result in many goals. As both sides have major offensive lines and their own problems in the defense department, a high-scoring game OVER the total points may well be worth betting.
When it comes to instant outcomes the game is all about the kind of performance by the goalkeepers. Ingram’s stalwart goalkeeping, possibly well proved decisive, for a crucial game against the opponent. Homes, however, are not the only venue in which the Flames can score, with 46 points gained away from the Scotiabank Saddledome. Pay careful attention to the betting odds given the goal here is to make the best choice.
Free daily hockey tips recommend considering the home advantage and recent scoring trends when placing your bets.
Free Pick and Prediction: Calgary Flames 4, Arizona Coyotes 3.