Calgary Flames vs Pittsburgh Penguins

League: NHL | Date: 2026-01-21 09:30 PM EST | Last Updated: 2026-01-21 10:45 AM EST

💰 Best Bet #1 [Calgary Flames / Spread / +1.5 at -150 / 75% / Flames show strong cover probability in simulations due to Penguins’ recent road struggles and Calgary’s home defensive edge in the current season.]
💰 Best Bet #2 [Over / Total / 6 at -110 / 55% / Data leans slightly under, but historical trends favor flipping to over in balanced NHL matchups like this with average goal totals around 5.7.]
💰 Best Bet #3 [Pittsburgh Penguins / Moneyline / -120 / 60% / Penguins hold a clear edge in win probability from form and standings, supported by 58% simulation win rate.]

Calgary Flames vs Pittsburgh Penguins on 2026-01-21

Game Times

ET: 09:30 PM
CT: 08:30 PM
MT: 07:30 PM
PT: 06:30 PM
AKT: 05:30 PM
HST: 03:30 PM

💸 Public Bets
[Pittsburgh Penguins 62% / Calgary Flames 38%]

💰 Money Distribution
[Pittsburgh Penguins 58% / Calgary Flames 42%]

💹 Market Alignment
[Aligned]

📉 Line Movement
Line opened at Penguins -1.5 and held steady at -1.5 despite moderate public action on the favorite, indicating sharp stability per recent reports.

💡 Mathematical Edge (EV)
[+3.2% on Flames +1.5; simulation cover rate exceeds implied odds probability, with contextual factors like Penguins’ travel and Flames’ home record supporting value.]

Simulation Results
| Metric | Value |
|——–|——-|
| Win % for Calgary Flames | 42% |
| Win % for Pittsburgh Penguins | 58% |
| Spread Cover % for Calgary Flames (+1.5) | 72% |
| Over/Under Probability | Over: 48% / Under: 52% |
| Average Total Goals | 5.7 |
| 95% Confidence Interval for Margin | [-2.1, +1.8] |

Top 3 Player Props

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⚖️ Analysis Summary

Public sentiment leans toward the Penguins aligning with sharp money indicators, suggesting following the favorite where EV supports the moneyline but fading on the spread for value. The game outlook points to moderate scoring, with both teams’ defenses limiting high-danger chances based on current season metrics, though the flipped total recommendation anticipates variance. Overall, Penguins’ form gives them the edge, but Flames’ home play creates contrarian spread opportunities.

🔮 Recommended Play
[Follow the public with Pittsburgh Penguins] — mathematical probability favors their win based on standings, recent results, and simulation outcomes.

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