Flames Fall Into 2-1 Deficit Against Oilers

At the onset of their series, the Flames were solid NHL betting favorites against the Oilers.  But following Sunday’s 4-1 win at Edmonton, the Oilers have taken a 2-1 lead in this series.  In February, the Oilers’ season seemed to be lost.  But general manager Ken Holland made two key moves that transformed the team.  First, head coach Dave Tippett was fired and replaced by Hay Woodcroft.  And then forward Evander Kane was acquired from the Sharks in a controversial move.  Kane has had his share of legal problems, but the desperate Oilers gave him a last chance.

2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Second Round – Western Conference

Edmonton Oilers vs. Calgary Flames

Oilers vs. Flames Series CashBet Odds:  Calgary Flames -120 vs. Edmonton Oilers +100

Oilers vs. Flames Series Schedule

Game 4 – Tuesday – Flames at Oilers – 9:30 p.m. ET – ESPN

Game 5 – Thursday – Oilers at Flames – TBD

Game 6 – Saturday – Flames at Oilers – TBD
Game 7 – Monday, May 30 – Oilers at Flames – TBD

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Edmonton Strikes Oil in Game 3 Win

Last game was a dominant 4-1 Edmonton win on Sunday Night.  Evander Kane’s three goals led the Oilers.  The hat trick set off a wild celebration and validated Kane’s acquisition, which generated a lot of media criticism in February.  Additionally, Leon Draisaitl had four assists, and Connor McDavid added three assists.  Mike Smith stopped 32 out of 33 Calgary shots for the Oil.  Edmonton led the sportsbook matchup 4-0 midway through the second period and was never threatened.  Edmonton outshot the Flames 41-33.

Most important of all, the Oilers demonstrated that they are the Flames’ betting on NHL equal.  At the very least.  Edmonton jumped all over Calgary and took control of the game.  Further, the Oilers’ much-maligned defense snuffed out the Flames from the start and never relented.

Edmonton Raising Kane

At the beginning of the season, Evander Kane was on the San Jose Sharks payroll.  But Kane was not wanted by the Sharks for a variety of reasons.  Unnamed players were widely quoted about how hated Kane was in the locker room.  To show, these players thought that Kane came off as selfish and arrogant.  San Jose players said he was not a good guy to have in the room.

Despite all of his problems, everyone agrees that Kane is a talented player.  And that is what has kept him in the NHL.  There is always a team in need of goal scoring.  And Kane is proving to be a hockey betting asset in that regard.  So far in the playoffs, Kane has ten goals in ten games with three assists and a +9.  He set the stage for his playoff output in the regular season with 22 goals in 42 games, 17 assists, and a +25.

Kane’s production has freed up other key Oilers.  Connor McDavid has six goals, 17 assists, and a +17.  Leon Draisaitl adds seven goals with 12 assists.  And then Zach Hyman has added six goals.

Oilers vs. Flames Betting Angles

Late on, the Flames have gone under the pro hockey betting total in eight out of 12 games.  Calgary has lost five of their last six away games.  Specifically, at Edmonton, the Flames are 1-7 against the Oilers.  Edmonton has visited the payout window in four of their last five games.  In sum, the Oilers and Flames have gone over the total in five of their previous seven meetings.  Edmonton has printed cash at home with 17 wins in its last 20 games.  While as a favorite, the Oilers are 1-4 under the total.

Oilers vs. Flames CashBet Free Pick   

In this situation, the Oilers have no fear of the Flames.  Calgary has to be feeling the NHL gambling pressure of facing a team that can beat them.  Accordingly, the Oilers are getting more production out of their top players.

Oilers vs. Flames CashBet Best Bet

Edmonton Oilers