Calgary Flames vs Vancouver-canucks Picks and Predictions March 12th 2025

Calgary Flames vs Vancouver-Canucks March 12th 2025

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Canucks and Flames. The game is starting at 9:00 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 Canucks.

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Vancouver vs. Calgary Key Information

• Teams: Canucks at Flames
• Where: Scotiabank Saddledome Calgary
• Date: Wednesday, March 12th
• Betting Odds CGY -134 | VAN +112 O/U 5.5

The Canucks Can Win If…

With a 3-2 win over the Sharks, the Canucks improved to 29-24-11. Vancouver was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 5 goals fell short of that mark.

Vancouver trailed 1-0 before Pius Suter scored at 5:19 in the second period. Jake DeBrusk gave the Canucks the lead with a goal at 4:22 in the third, but the Sharks tied it up again with 1:17 left in the game. Suter then netted the game-winner with just 26 seconds remaining.

Pius Suter led the Canucks’ offense with two goals, including his 3rd and 4th of the season. Suter scored at 5:19 in the second period and again with just 26 seconds left in the game. Jake DeBrusk added his 1st goal of the season, which came at 4:22 in the third period.

Vancouver took 27 shots on goal, but none of their three goals came on the power play. The Canucks were held scoreless in the first period before Suter’s first goal tied the game at 1-1 in the second.

Defensively, the Canucks will look to improve after allowing the first goal just 2:37 into the 2nd period and another late in the 3rd at 18:43. Kevin Lankinen made 21 saves with a 91.3% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 24 hits.

• Through their last three regular season contests, Vancouver has a record of 1-2. The team’s record vs the puck line was just 1-2, in addition to an over-under mark of 1-2.
• The Canucks have gone 4-6 over their last ten regular season games. This includes going 4-6 vs. the puck line along with an over-under mark of 3-7.

The Flames Can Win If…

Calgary’s 4-2 loss to the Oilers moved their record to 30-23-10. The Flames trailed early, giving up a goal just 20 seconds into the first period. Calgary managed to tie it up in the third, but Edmonton pulled ahead with a power-play goal and sealed it with an empty-netter.

The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the teams combined for only 6. Calgary, as the underdog on the puck line, failed to cover. Both of the Flames’ goals came after they were already down 2-0.

Calgary’s offense fired 31 shots on goal but only found the net twice in their 4-2 loss to the Oilers. Anthony Mantha got the Flames on the board with his 4th goal of the season, while Yegor Sharangovich added his 1st. Calgary’s first goal came on a power play, 4:33 into the second period.

Despite scoring just twice, the Flames had 22 giveaways. Kevin Bahl recorded his 5th assist of the season, and Tyson Barrie picked up his 1st assist on Mantha’s power-play goal.

Calgary’s defense gave up the first two goals of the game, both in the first period, and two more in the third, leading to a 4-2 loss to the Oilers. The Flames had tied the game at 2-2, but a late power-play goal and an empty-netter sealed the defeat. Dan Vladar made 27 saves with a 90% save percentage.

• Through their last three games, the Flames have a record of 2-1. This also includes going 2-1 puck line and an over-under mark of 1-2.
• Through their last ten regular season contests, Calgary has a record of 4-6. Their record vs the puck line sits at 4-6 in these matchups, while posting a 1-8-1 over-under mark.

The Lean

When it comes to a moneyline wager, I’m going with the Flames to defeat the Canucks while playing at home. Given the current moneyline odds at -134, I’m placing a wager on the Flames to win outright.

For a puck line pick, we are going with the Flames to win and cover. Look for the Flames to win this one by multiple goals over the Canucks.

With an over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

Crucial Matchup as Vancouver and Calgary Battle for Playoff Position

With the Western Conference playoff race intensifying, the Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames meet on Wednesday night in a game that could have major implications for the wild-card standings.

Even with more than a month left in the regular season, both teams understand the significance of this matchup. Calgary currently holds the second wild-card spot with 75 points, one ahead of Vancouver, and has a game in hand. A victory for either team would provide a crucial boost in the race for a postseason berth.

“It only gets more heated and bigger games. We’ve got to find a way,” Canucks forward Dakota Joshua said.

Canucks Looking to Rebound from Disappointing Loss

Vancouver enters the game on a two-game losing streak, having fallen 4-2 to the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday night. The Canucks have struggled lately, winning just two of their last six games, and they can’t afford to let this slump continue.

Against Montreal, Vancouver dug itself a 3-0 hole before attempting a late comeback that ultimately fell short.

“We started solid, but they went up 3-0, and it’s a big hill to climb,” forward Elias Pettersson said. “We can’t put ourselves in a position like that.”

The Canucks may get a much-needed boost as captain Quinn Hughes, who leads the team with 60 points (14 goals, 46 assists), will travel with the team.

“A good possibility he could be in,” coach Rick Tocchet said of Hughes, who has missed the last four games due to injury.

Tocchet did not reveal whether goaltender Kevin Lankinen, who started against Montreal, will play again or if backup Arturs Silovs will get the nod.

Flames Rested and Ready After Hard-Fought Victory

Calgary returns to action for the first time since Saturday, when rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf recorded his first NHL shutout in a 1-0 victory over the Canadiens. The Flames have had extra time to prepare for this crucial contest and are eager to take advantage of their home-ice edge.

“It’s exciting for everybody. Fans, players, everybody that’s involved in a playoff race knows that there’s going to be some nail-biters, and some entertainment, some fun games to watch,” forward Nazem Kadri said. “So we’re looking forward to that.”

The Flames have been playing well recently, going 2-0-2 in their last four games. They also hold the edge in the season series, winning two of three meetings against the Canucks.

Coach Ryan Huska acknowledged the energy surrounding the team as the playoff race tightens.

“Every game is a big game for us, but what I do feel is cool, is there is some buzz around the city right now. I love it,” Huska said. “Because of that excitement, our building gets tougher and tougher for teams to come in and play against us. We have to find a way to use that to our advantage.”

Despite the stakes, Kadri emphasized the importance of staying composed and treating the game like any other.

“It’s important to stay poised and composed, just honestly treat it like it’s any other game,” Kadri said. “If you approach every game like it’s a big game, when those big games come, you’re going to be prepared for them.”

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Keys to the Game

Vancouver Must:

• Avoid another slow start and stay aggressive early.
• Generate more offense, particularly from its top forwards.
• Tighten up defensive play to limit Calgary’s scoring chances.

Calgary Must:

• Capitalize on home-ice energy and keep the pressure on.
• Continue strong goaltending with Wolf, who is expected to start again.
• Maintain composure in a high-stakes atmosphere.

With both teams vying for a playoff spot, Wednesday’s showdown promises to be one of the most intense games of the season. A win would be a significant step toward securing a postseason berth, while a loss could make the road to the playoffs even tougher.