Calgary Flames vs Anaheim Ducks Picks and Predictions April 3rd 2025

Calgary Flames vs Anaheim Ducks April 3rd 2025

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Ducks and Flames. The game is starting at 9:30 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, AB. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Flames are favored by -1.5 vs. the Ducks.

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Anaheim vs. Calgary Key Information

• Teams: Ducks at Flames
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome Calgary
• Date: Thursday, April 3rd
• Betting Odds CGY -161 | ANA +136 O/U 5.5

The Ducks Can Win If…

A 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks brought the Ducks’ record to 33-33-8. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.

The Ducks fell behind 3-0 before scoring their first goal, which came at 10:16 in the third period. Mason McTavish added another goal for Anaheim with just 4 seconds left in the game.

Anaheim’s offense was held scoreless until the third period in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish also scored his second, with just four seconds left in the game. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season, and Troy Terry added his fifth.

The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but were hindered by 16 giveaways. McGinn scored on his only shot, while McTavish took three shots on goal. Ross Johnston earned his first assist of the season on McGinn’s goal.

Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing the first three goals of the game, including two power-play goals by the Blackhawks. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%. The Ducks’ defense also recorded 6 takeaways and 15 hits.

• Spanning across their last three games, Anaheim have gone 2-1. This also includes going 2-1 puck line and an over-under mark of 2-1.
• Anaheim has put together a record of 5-5 in their last ten games (regular season). Across these games, their puck line record was just 7-3, while posting an over-under record of 6-4.

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The Flames Can Win If…

Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers moved them to 35-27-12 on the season. The Flames were the underdogs on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined 6 falling just short of that mark.

After trailing 2-0, Calgary tied it up with goals in the second and third periods, but the Oilers pulled ahead with 9:50 left in the game. Edmonton added an empty-netter with just 3 seconds remaining to seal the win.

Calgary’s offense managed 2 goals in their 4-2 loss to Edmonton. Anthony Mantha netted his 4th goal of the season, while Yegor Sharangovich added his 1st. The Flames fired 31 shots on goal, with Mantha taking 4 shots and Sharangovich 2.

Mantha’s goal came on a power play, as Calgary recorded 22 giveaways. The Flames were held scoreless in the 1st period before Mantha scored at 15:27 in the 2nd, and Sharangovich tied it up at 15:32 in the 3rd.

Calgary’s defense will look to bounce back after giving up two early goals to the Oilers, including one just 20 seconds into the game. They also allowed two more in the third period, with the final goal coming on an empty net. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage, and the Flames’ defense added 4 takeaways and 13 hits.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Flames have gone 1-2 straight up. Against the spread, they have a strong mark of 2-1 along with an over-under record of 0-3.
• Over their last ten regular season games, the Flames have gone 5-5 straight up. In these matchups, they ended with an puck line record of 5-5 and an over-under mark of 6-4.

The Lean

If you’re looking for a moneyline pick, my choice is the Flames to take down the Ducks at home. With the moneyline currently at -161, I’m placing my bet on the Flames straight-up.

When it comes to my suggested pick for the puck line, I’d advise taking the Ducks to cover. Even in the event of a Flames victory, this matchup is likely to remain closely contested, and the Ducks should cover the puck line.

When considering the over/under line, which is currently at 5.5 goals, we believe that this game will go over that threshold, and we recommend wagering on the over.

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Flames Desperate to Reignite Playoff Push Against Ducks

The Calgary Flames are clinging to postseason hopes by the slimmest of margins, and with just eight games remaining, every shift counts — starting with Thursday’s home clash against the Anaheim Ducks. Sitting seven points out of the final Western Conference wild-card spot, the Flames must string together wins and get help elsewhere if they hope to sneak into the playoffs.

A 3-1 loss to the Utah Hockey Club on Tuesday dealt a painful blow, especially as the Flames had a potential game-tying goal overturned by video review. The defeat marked Calgary’s third loss to Utah this season and left little margin for error going forward.

“Now it’s a challenge for us to make sure that we go home and we play our best hockey of the year,” coach Ryan Huska said. “We have to find a way to win our games at home, and that’s going to be a crucial thing for us moving forward.”

No Time to Dwell as Flames Refocus at Home

Calgary’s push for the playoffs will rely not only on scoreboard watching but on finding consistency and offensive urgency. Defenseman Rasmus Andersson was the lone goal scorer in Tuesday’s loss, and while the team created chances late, it wasn’t enough.

“We were pushing and pushing, their goalie made some big saves,” Andersson said. “This one (hurts). I thought we did enough to at least get it to 2-2. We just couldn’t get that tying goal.”

Despite the setback, the mindset in the locker room is clear: reset, and focus on what’s next.

“You can’t dwell on it,” said forward Joel Farabee. “Just got to focus on tomorrow, that’s all you can really do.”

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Ducks Playing Spoiler With Confidence and Youth

The Anaheim Ducks may be out of the playoff picture for a seventh straight season, but don’t mistake them for pushovers. The Ducks head to Calgary with a renewed sense of purpose after closing a five-game homestand with a 4-3 shootout win over San Jose. It was their third win in four games, and it came despite giving up a two-goal lead.

“The goal we set as a team is to have a winning record this season,” said forward Trevor Zegras. “Compared to where we were the last couple seasons, I think that’s a pretty good goal and something we’re all pretty excited about trying to achieve.”

Anaheim’s late-season surge has been powered by its youthful core. Zegras has notched seven points in his last six games, and Mason McTavish, who tallied the shootout winner Tuesday, has 10 points in his last eight. Rookie Sam Colangelo has also turned heads with seven goals in his last 10 outings.

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Defenseman Jackson LaCombe is riding a six-game point streak and continues to blossom in his second NHL season.

“Guys have taken some really big steps this year,” McTavish said. “It’s fun to watch. It’s fun to be a part of and hopefully we keep it going.”

With no pressure and plenty of momentum, the Ducks could be a dangerous spoiler down the stretch — especially against playoff-hungry teams like Calgary.