Boston Bruins vs Calgary Flames Prediction, Picks & Odds | 29 Dec 2025

NHL Betting Preview: Bruins vs Flames

The Boston Bruins square off against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome, with face-off scheduled for 21:00 on Monday, December 29.

We’re keeping our prediction simple and backing the Flames to win. The home team should be able to gain the upper hand over the Bruins and the Moneyline offers a tempting -137.

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Boston Bruins have now lost five straight games. On the road in their previous game, Buffalo Sabres won 4-1 at KeyBank Center. David Pastrnak was the solitary scorer after Bruins registered 22 shots.

Calgary Flames were winners last time out. Their 3-2 victory against Edmonton Oilers at Scotiabank Saddledome was their third straight home triumph. Yegor Sharangovich, Blake Coleman and Ryan Lomberg scored one goal apiece. Goalie Dustin Wolf made 29 saves (.935).

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Bruins have beaten the Flames in the last two encounters. A 4-3 (OT) victory at TD Garden was followed by a 4-3 (OT) win at Scotiabank Saddledome. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in six Bruins victories.

Starting Goalies

Jeremy Swayman (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	14-10-1	2.9	.901	0
23/24	25-10-7	2.53	.916	3

Dustin Wolf (Expected)

Season	W-L-OTL:	GAA:	SV%:	SO:
24/25	12-14-2	3	.897	2
23/24	7-7-1	3.16	.893	0

4 wins, 5 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 3.1 goals from 26.9 shots on goal, with a 15.6% powerplay efficiency. The Bruins have been giving up 3.6 goals from 27.6 shots, averaging 4.9 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 77.6%.

David Pastrnak is the top points scorer with 12 points, 4 goals and 8 assists, with Morgan Geekie recording 9 points, 4 goals and 5 assists, in the last 10 games. Goalie Jeremy Swayman have a 3.16 goal against average with a .877 save percentage.

The Flames have 7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 3.5 goals from 31.0 shots on goal, with a 7.0% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 2.8 goals from 29.0 shots, averaging 4.7 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 83.0%.

The top points scorer is Mikael Backlund with 9 points, 5 goals and 4 assists, while Nazem Kadri is next best after registering 9 points, 3 goals and 6 assists. Goalie Dustin Wolf have a 2.51 GAA with a .910 SV%, including one shutout.

Boston Bruins vs Calgary Flames Prediction & Picks

We’ve lined up expert Boston Bruins vs Calgary Flames betting tips, from our main match prediction and correct score call to bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

It’s time to side with Calgary Flames to record a victory in this NHL game. They should have the upper hand and the -137 for our pick on the Moneyline looks a great price.

The NHL experts at Sportsgambler.com start by analyzing recent form and staying on top of injury news before making any hockey predictions. From there, we interpret the story the stats are telling to help shape our picks.

Key Bruins vs Flames stats:

• Flames have won 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Flames have won 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• Flames have won 3 consecutive games at home.
• Bruins have lost their last 5 games.
• Bruins have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Bruins have lost 11 of their last 20 games.

Flames Moneyline Probability

According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 57.8% chance of winning. Based on our cappers in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. This is why we can recommend this hockey wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Bruins 3 - 6 Flames

Let’s go for the Flames to win 6-3, a bet which is available at +2800. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Score

Bruins

Flames

1-0

Bruins

+5500

Flames

+5000

2-0

Bruins

+5000

Flames

+4500

2-1

Bruins

+1500

Flames

+1300

3-0

Bruins

+3500

Flames

+2900

3-1

Bruins

+2000

Flames

+1700

3-2

Bruins

+900

Flames

+800

4-0

Bruins

+5000

Flames

+3400

4-1

Bruins

+1900

Flames

+1400

4-2

Bruins

+1700

Flames

+1400

4-3

Bruins

+1100

Flames

+1000

5-0

Bruins

+9000

Flames

+6000

5-1

Bruins

+3300

Flames

+2200

5-2

Bruins

+2000

Flames

+1500

5-3

Bruins

+2500

Flames

+2200

5-4

Bruins

+2200

Flames

+2000

6-0

Bruins

+13000

Flames

+9000

6-1

Bruins

+7500

Flames

+5000

6-2

Bruins

+4000

Flames

+2800

6-3

Bruins

+3500

Flames

+2800

6-4

Bruins

+5500

Flames

+4500

6-5

Bruins

+5000

Flames

+5000

7-0

Bruins

+5000

Flames

+13000

7-1

Bruins

+13000

Flames

+8000

7-2

Bruins

+10000

Flames

+7000

7-3

Bruins

+7000

Flames

+5000

7-4

Bruins

+7500

Flames

+6000

7-5

Bruins

+12000

Flames

+10000

7-6

Bruins

+12500

Flames

+12000

8-1

Bruins

+12500

Flames

+13000

8-2

Bruins

+12500

Flames

+12000

8-3

Bruins

+12500

Flames

+12000

8-4

Bruins

+14000

Flames

+11000

8-5

Bruins

+14000

Flames

+14000

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Boston Bruins vs Calgary Flames Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Calgary Flames are -137 favorites and that means a 58% chance of winning this game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. Boston Bruins are the underdogs at +114 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

There is a puck line of 1.5 and total goals has a line of 5.5. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on Totals. If you fancy Over 5.5, this outcome can be backed at -139.

The top NHL sportsbooks offer a wide range of game lines and team props for every matchup. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Moneyline

Bruins

+114

Flames

-137

3-Way Moneyline

Bruins

+190

Tie

+320

Flames

+114

Puck Line

Bruins +1.5

-222

Flames -1.5

+176

Total Goals

Under 5.5

+112

Over 5.5

-139

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Boston Bruins Stats

Calgary Flames Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Puck Line

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Puck Line

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.10 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.10 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 3.00 pts and allowed 3.10 goals in the last 10 games on the road

Total Goals

• Game Totals: An average of 6.30 goals in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.90 goals in the previous 10 home games
• Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.50 goals and allowed 2.80 goals in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.70 goals and allowed 2.20 goals in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.7
• Shots: 26.9
• Goals Shorthanded: 0
• Penalties: 4.9
• Empty Net Goals: 0.3
• Penalty Minutes: 15.7
• Blocks: 16.1
• Faceoff Wins : 30.4
• Hits: 24
• Giveaways: 16.7
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Games on the Road

• Goals Powerplay: 0.5
• Shots: 28.3
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
• Penalties: 5.4
• Empty Net Goals: 0.2
• Penalty Minutes: 16.5
• Blocks: 16.7
• Faceoff Wins : 28.1
• Hits: 26.8
• Giveaways: 14.3
• Takeaways: 4.6

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.3
• Shots: 31
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.3
• Penalties: 4.7
• Empty Net Goals: 0.6
• Penalty Minutes: 16.4
• Blocks: 17.3
• Faceoff Wins : 30.4
• Hits: 20.2
• Giveaways: 14.7
• Takeaways: 5.1

Last 10 Home Games

• Goals Powerplay: 0.6
• Shots: 32.6
• Goals Shorthanded: 0.2
• Penalties: 3.8
• Empty Net Goals: 0.7
• Penalty Minutes: 9.5
• Blocks: 16.7
• Faceoff Wins : 29.5
• Hits: 19.3
• Giveaways: 14
• Takeaways: 5.1

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

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