Edmonton Oilers vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/27

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The Edmonton Oilers will visit the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The game is set for Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 10:00 PM and will air on ESPN+. The Oilers enter with a record of 19-13-6, while the Flames stand at 15-18-4.

Edmonton is coached by Kris Knoblauch and is currently third in the Western Pacific Division. Calgary, coached by Ryan Huska, is seventh in the same division. Both teams have secured two shutout wins this season. Fans can expect an engaging game as these division rivals meet on the ice.

Oilers vs Flames Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames
  • Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
  • Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Edmonton Oilers -133, Calgary Flames +112

Edmonton Oilers Team Preview

The Edmonton Oilers have been strong in recent games. They secured a win against the Calgary Flames with a 5-1 score. The Oilers had three power play goals in that game, showing their skill with the extra man.

Connor McDavid is leading the Oilers with 67 points in 38 games. His performance includes 23 goals and 44 assists. Leon Draisaitl also contributes significantly with 20 goals and 35 assists.

The Oilers’ goaltending has been reliable with Tristan Jarry leading the way. Jarry has 12 wins in 17 games and has made 423 saves. Calvin Pickard has also been in net, adding three wins to the team’s record.

Calgary Flames Team Preview

The Calgary Flames have shown mixed results in their recent games. They scored a win against the Vegas Golden Knights, ending with a score of 6-3. However, they faced a tough loss against the Edmonton Oilers, with a score of 1-5.

In the recent performances, Dustin Wolf has been in the spotlight as the goaltender. He saved 21 of 23 shots in the game against the Seattle Kraken, helping the Flames win 4-2. Wolf also made 20 saves against the Los Angeles Kings, securing a 2-1 victory.

Key players for the Flames include Mikael Backlund, who has contributed with goals and assists in multiple games. MacKenzie Weegar also provided strong support, especially in the game against the Golden Knights with three assists. Rasmus Andersson has been active on the defensive side, showcasing his skills with blocks and assists.

BTB Betting Pick

For the moneyline pick, the Edmonton Oilers are favored to win with a line of -133. The Oilers have strong offensive stats, ranking 3rd in goals and assists this season. Calgary Flames are the underdog at +112. Given the Oilers’ offensive power, they are likely to win the game.

For the over/under pick, the line is set at 6.5 with the over at -122. Edmonton’s high scoring rank and Calgary’s decent goal stats suggest a high-scoring game. The projected score is likely to go over 6.5 total goals. Therefore, betting on the over is a good choice.