St. Louis Blues vs Calgary Flames January 14th 2025

Looking to win big? The Flames and Blues face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blues are hosting the game at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO. The over/under for this game is set at 5.5 goals, and the Blues are the -1.5 goal favorites against the Flames in a Western conference matchup.

Calgary vs. St. Louis Key Information

• Teams: Flames at Blues
• Where: Enterprise Center St. Louis
• Date: Tuesday, January 14th
• Betting Odds STL -158 | CGY +133 O/U 5.5

The Flames Can Win If…

Calgary dropped to 21-14-7 after a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. As +1.5 goal underdogs, the Flames failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.

After falling behind 2-0 in the first period, the Flames tied it up with goals in the second and third periods. However, the Oilers responded with two more goals to secure the win, including one with just 0:03 remaining.

Calgary’s offense was limited to two goals in their recent game against Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his fourth goal of the season on a power play, while Yegor Sharangovich added his first goal of the year. The Flames took 31 shots on goal but struggled with 22 giveaways.

After a scoreless first period, Mantha got Calgary on the board with 15:27 left in the second. Sharangovich followed with a goal at the 15:32 mark in the third period. Tyson Barrie, with his first assist of the season, and Mikael Backlund, with his fourth, contributed to Mantha’s power-play goal. Kevin Bahl picked up his fifth assist on Sharangovich’s goal.

On the defensive side, the Flames gave up an early goal just 20 seconds into the first period and another at 11:48, putting them down 2-0. After tying the game at 2-2, they allowed a power-play goal at 9:50 in the third period and an empty-netter with just 3 seconds left. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.

• Spanning across their last three games, Calgary have gone 3-0. Across these games, they have put together an puck line mark of 1-2 as well as an over-under record of 1-2.
• Across Calgary’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 6-4. Their record vs the puck line sits at 5-5 in these matchups, while posting a 3-7 over-under mark.

The Blues Can Win If…

With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues moved to 20-20-4 this season. St. Louis covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total line of 6 goals was a push.

After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues responded with four straight goals. Three different players contributed to the scoring, and Pavel Buchnevich sealed the win with an empty-net goal.

Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with two goals, including his second and third of the season. He also added his fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s fourth goal, which came on an empty net with 39 seconds left in the game. Jordan Kyrou found the net for the third time this season, scoring in the second period.

After a scoreless first period, the Blues netted three goals in the second, with Parayko’s first goal coming at the 16:31 mark. St. Louis took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways in the game.

Defensively, the Blues gave up the first goal at 5:25 in the first period and another late in the third, but they held the Maple Leafs scoreless for a stretch of 38:17 from the first to the third. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, while the Blues’ defense added 3 takeaways and 17 hits.

• Across St. Louis’s last three regular season games, their record sits at 1-2. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 1-2, in addition to an over-under mark of 2-1.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, St. Louis has a record of 5-5. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 6-4 to go along with an over-under mark of 6-4.

The Lean

When making a moneyline pick, my choice is the Blues to come out with a win against the Flames while playing at home. Considering the moneyline odds at -158, I’m placing my bet on the Blues to win outright.

If you’re looking for my recommendation on the puck line, I suggest taking the Flames to cover. Even if the Blues manage to win outright, this game is expected to remain competitive, and the Flames should cover the puck line.

For those looking at the over/under line set at 5.5 goals, our expectation is that this game will surpass that mark, and we suggest making a bet on the over.

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Flames and Blues Face Off in High-Stakes Showdown

It’s crunch time in the NHL playoff race, and the Calgary Flames and St. Louis Blues are gearing up for a big two-game series in St. Louis. These games are massive for both teams as they fight for postseason spots.

Flames: Riding the Hot Streak

The Flames are heating up at the perfect time. They’ve won three in a row and have picked up points in nine of their last 12 games. Right now, they’re sitting in the final Western Conference wild-card spot, five points ahead of the Blues.

Key Players to Watch:

• Jonathan Huberdeau: Huberdeau is on fire, with 11 goals and nine assists in his last 18 games. He’s playing with confidence and knows the stakes: “We can’t afford to lose games right now. I’m just trying to help the team get wins.”
• Rory Kerins: This rookie made an immediate splash in his NHL debut, grabbing two assists in Calgary’s 5-2 win over Chicago.
• Dan Vladar: Likely to start in goal after Dustin Wolf handled the Blackhawks. Vladar’s performance could be key against a hungry Blues squad.

Blues: Fighting to Stay Alive

The Blues are facing a make-or-break moment in their season. They’re in the middle of a stretch with a lot of home games, and they need to start capitalizing. After splitting their last two games—a 6-2 win over Anaheim and a tough 2-1 loss to Columbus—the pressure is on.

Key Players to Watch:

• Robert Thomas: Thomas led the charge in the Blues’ overtime win against Calgary in December with a goal and two assists. He’ll be critical again in this series.
• Jordan Binnington: The Blues’ goalie was a wall in that December win, making 36 saves. He’ll need to bring his A-game to shut down Calgary’s offense.

What They’re Saying:
Coach Jim Montgomery isn’t sugarcoating things: “You’ve got to respect this league, or it’ll humble you. We’ve been humbled a lot.”

What to Watch

1. Huberdeau’s Hot Streak:
   • Can St. Louis figure out a way to slow down Calgary’s red-hot forward?
2. Goalie Duel:
   • Vladar vs. Binnington. The better performance in net could decide these games.
3. Urgency vs. Momentum:
   • Calgary is riding high, but St. Louis knows they’re running out of time. That desperation could fuel them.

Why These Games Matter

For the Flames, it’s all about holding onto their wild-card spot and creating some breathing room. For the Blues, this series could make or break their playoff hopes.

Prediction

The Flames are coming in hot, with momentum and confidence on their side. St. Louis will make it competitive, especially at home, but Calgary’s depth and Huberdeau’s form give them the edge in the opener.