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Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 13, 2024

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Oct 13, 2024 9:10 AM
The Calgary Flames look to extend their undefeated start to the season as they visit the struggling Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place on Sunday, October 13th. Fresh off a 2-goal performance, Jonathan Huberdeau leads the 2-0 Flames into a Pacific Division showdown against the winless Oilers, who are still seeking their first point of the year. Can the Flames keep their momentum going on the road?
Calgary Flames
Edmonton Oilers

Flames vs Oilers statistics

Stat Flames Oilers
Goals For per Game 6.00 1.00
Goals Against per Game 4.00 5.50
Shots per Game 29.0 34.0
Shots Against per Game 32.0 20.0
Power Play Goals 3 1
Power Play Goals Against 3 5
Short Handed Goals 1 0
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 32 12
Power Play Percentage 37.5 25.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 62.5 16.7

Edmonton Oilers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/12/24 vs Chicago Blackhawks L 5-2
10/9/24 vs Winnipeg Jets L 6-0
10/4/24 @ Vancouver Canucks L 4-1
10/2/24 @ Seattle Kraken L 6-2
9/30/24 vs Vancouver Canucks W 3-2 SO

Calgary Flames recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/12/24 vs Philadelphia Flyers W 6-3
10/9/24 @ Vancouver Canucks W 6-5 OT
10/4/24 vs Winnipeg Jets L 3-2
10/2/24 @ Winnipeg Jets L 5-2
9/30/24 vs Seattle Kraken W 4-3 OT

Flames vs Oilers predictions

As the Calgary Flames prepare for their next face-off at Rogers Place, all eyes are on Jonathan Huberdeau following his striking two-goal performance in the last game. Given his impressive start this season, topping the team charts with three goals and two assists, it's likely he'll continue to be a major playmaker against the Oilers. Andrei Kuzmenko, with his knack for setting up goals, already tallying four assists, could also deliver some key plays. This dynamic between Huberdeau's scoring prowess and Kuzmenko's vision could spell trouble for Edmonton's defense.

On the flip side, the Edmonton Oilers are looking to bounce back and get their first win of the season. With Corey Perry leading the team, albeit with only one goal and one point, his experience and ability to show up in big games might just be the spark needed. Jeff Skinner, though having assisted only once so far, can't be underestimated either. His agility and history of creating opportunities could see him stepping up in this crucial game to ignite the Oilers' attack.

Given the current momentum and rosters of both teams, predictions lean toward the Calgary Flames taking this game. Their offensive execution, led by Huberdeau, seems to be in a higher gear compared to the Edmonton Oilers, who have struggled out of the gate. Although the Oilers will be motivated to seek redemption on their home ice, the Flames' early display of coordinated team play and scoring ability might just be too much for them to handle in this matchup.

Edmonton Oilers injuries

  • Evander Kane (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Roby Jarventie (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Derek Ryan (C): Day-To-Day
  • Calvin Pickard (G): Day-To-Day
  • Raphael Lavoie (C): Day-To-Day

Calgary Flames injuries

  • Kevin Rooney (C): Injured Reserve
  • Yegor Sharangovich (C): Injured Reserve
  • Martin Pospisil (C): Day-To-Day
  • Kevin Bahl (D): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Bean (D): Day-To-Day

Flames vs Oilers game info

Venue Rogers Place
Location Edmonton, AB
Puck drop Sun 8:00 PM
TV NHL Net

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