Flames vs Rangers

Artemi Panarin has been key to New York’s despite poor recent form, offering steady offensive production and playmaking. Meanwhile, Calgary stumbles into this matchup after dropping three in a row and may be forced to lean heavily on a thin defensive lineup. Although both rosters appear mostly fit, the Rangers seem eager to extend their home-ice dominance, an advantage they have historically enjoyed against Western Conference challengers. With these factors lining up, the favored Blueshirts offer an excellent combination of reliability and return, making the -210 moneyline pick a solid choice for bettors seeking a strong but not overwhelming payout.

Artemi Panarin continues to be a driving force for the Rangers, who look to return to the winning form they had not too long ago and will look to extend their momentum against a Flames squad that has dropped its last couple of games. Despite the setback for Calgary, both teams appear relatively healthy based on active rosters, though the Flames may miss the depth provided by a banged-up forward. Historically, the Rangers have shown an edge when hosting Western Conference rivals, suggesting a potentially high-scoring affair inside Madison Square Garden. Backing the Over 6 offers a decent return on your wager—strong enough for a B+ confidence grade and a worthwhile shot at a satisfying payday.

Johnathan Huberdeau continues to be a steady force for Calgary as they look to snap their recent three-game skid against a Rangers squad that has strung together a tightly contested run but recently dropped a tough one. Despite the extra minutes currently required of the Blueshirts’ defense due to key injuries, most notably lingering concerns surrounding Adam Fox, the Flames appear poised to capitalize on home ice. Historically, Calgary has found success in this matchup, leveraging strong offensive bursts in their Western Conference battles. Laying the +1.5 puckline on the Flames at -145 earns an A- for confidence and a tempting potential payout if this spirited pick catches fire.