Calgary Flames vs Edmonton Oilers Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/8/2025

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The NHL regular season kicks off with the Calgary Flames taking on the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. The game is set for Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 10:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+.

Last season, the Flames had a 41-27-14 record but did not make the playoffs. The Oilers, with a 48-29-5 record, reached the Stanley Cup Final but fell short. Both teams aim to start strong this season.

Calgary Flames Team Preview

The Calgary Flames are set to start their season with a game against the Edmonton Oilers. With no recent games to review, the team will rely on their top players from the last season. Fans will watch to see how they perform in this opening game.

Nazem Kadri led the Flames in points last season with 67, including 35 goals. Jonathan Huberdeau and MacKenzie Weegar also contributed significantly. Their performances this season will be important for the Flames’ success.

In goal, Dustin Wolf was the standout last season with 29 wins and 1409 saves. He recorded three shutouts and will look to continue his solid play. His performance will be crucial in the Flames’ efforts this season.

Flames vs Oilers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers
  • Venue: Rogers Place
  • Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
  • Betting Odds:
    • Calgary Flames Puck Line: -1.5 (-134)
    • Edmonton Oilers Puck Line: +1.5 (+111)
    • Calgary Flames MoneyLine: +190
    • Edmonton Oilers MoneyLine: -229
    • Over/Under: 6.0 (Over -115, Under -107)
    • Favorite: Edmonton Oilers
    • Underdog: Calgary Flames

Edmonton Oilers Team Preview

The Edmonton Oilers are starting their new season. This game marks their first appearance on the ice this regular season. Fans are eager to see how the team performs after the offseason.

Leon Draisaitl was a standout player last season. He played in 71 games and scored 52 goals. Connor McDavid also made a big impact with 100 points from 26 goals and 74 assists.

Stuart Skinner was a key goalie last season. He appeared in 51 games, securing 26 wins. His performance included 1,187 saves and three shutouts.

BTB Betting Pick

The Edmonton Oilers are favored to win against the Calgary Flames with a moneyline of -229. With this being the first game of the regular season, the Oilers are expected to perform well. Given the odds, picking the Oilers to win straight up seems like a solid choice.

The total for the game is set at 6.0, with the over at -115 and the under at -107. Considering both teams are starting fresh, a lower-scoring game is possible. The under 6.0 looks like a reasonable pick based on these odds.