Vegas Golden Knights vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/20

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The Vegas Golden Knights travel to face the Calgary Flames in an NHL regular season game. It will take place at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 10:00 PM. Fans can watch the action on ESPN+.

Vegas comes into the game with a record of 16-7-10. They rank first in the Western Pacific Division. Calgary, with a 14-17-4 record, is sixth in the same division. Both teams will look to improve their standings in the conference.

Golden Knights vs Flames Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Vegas Golden Knights vs Calgary Flames
  • Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
  • Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Vegas Golden Knights -1.5 (+193), Calgary Flames +1.5 (-241), Vegas Golden Knights MoneyLine: -129, Calgary Flames MoneyLine: +106, Over/Under: 5.5 (-111/-110)

Vegas Golden Knights Team Preview

The Vegas Golden Knights have shown mixed results in their recent games. They have recorded wins against the Columbus Blue Jackets and Philadelphia Flyers, both with a score of 3-2. However, they also faced narrow losses against the New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders.

In these games, Carter Hart has been a steady presence in the goal. Hart made 27 saves against the Blue Jackets and 32 saves against the Devils. His performance has been crucial in keeping the games close for the Golden Knights.

Top players like Jack Eichel and Mark Stone have been key contributors on the ice. Eichel has tallied 41 points this season, while Stone has added 25 points. Their consistent play has been a driving force for the team in their recent outings.

Calgary Flames Team Preview

The Calgary Flames have shown mixed results in their recent games. They won against the Seattle Kraken with a score of 4-2, thanks to strong performances by Rasmus Andersson and Mikael Backlund. However, they faced a setback against the San Jose Sharks, losing 6-3 despite Blake Coleman and Ryan Lomberg scoring.

In the season stats, the Flames rank 4th in shots on goal with 1,050. Their power play goals are ranked 16th with 14. On defense, they have blocked 517 shots, placing them 12th in the league.

Top players like Nazem Kadri and Rasmus Andersson have been crucial. Kadri has 31 points from 8 goals and 23 assists, while Andersson has added 25 points. Goalie Dustin Wolf has played 27 games, achieving 11 wins and making 613 saves.

BTB Betting Pick

The Vegas Golden Knights are favored to win against the Calgary Flames with a moneyline of -129. The Flames have a moneyline of +106, indicating they are the underdog. Given the Golden Knights’ stronger ranking in goals against and power play goals, they have a better chance to win. The projected score is Vegas 3, Calgary 2.

The total for the game is set at 5.5 with the over at -111 and the under at -110. Both teams have solid defensive rankings, suggesting a lower-scoring game. The recommended pick is the under at 5.5, with the projected total score being 5 goals.