The Calgary Flames (34-16-6) are presently second in the Pacific Division.
The Flames are third in goals per game and tied for 13th in goals against per game.
Calgary’s +38 goal differential ranks third in the league.
Your interest in a Calgary Flames futures bet ultimately boils down to a glass half-full or glass half-empty approach. If you see something you like in the team in a dead heat for the Pacific Division title with the San Jose Sharks, then their 2019 Stanley Cup odds have just moved in your favor in sportsbooks.
2019 Stanley Cup Odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Tampa Bay Lightning | +450 |
| Winnipeg Jets | +700 |
| Toronto Maple Leafs | +800 |
| Calgary Flames | +1000 |
| San Jose Sharks | +1000 |
Before their present mini slump, the Flames had the second shortest odds to win the 2019 Stanley Cup. Instead of being upset by the recent dip in production, be thankful you’re getting a nice price and it’s not a major, let’s say, hit to the teeth.
Flames Providing Value Despite Elite Numbers
They’re on a three-game losing streak, but have still compiled a 12-4-3 record over their last 19 games. If you can be in a funk and still compile that run, you have to be considered elite.
They beat teams thanks to an offense that ranks third in the league in scoring at 3.66 goals per game. A large chunk of those goals have been scored by one of the most formidable top lines in league with Johnny Gaudreau, Sean Monahan, and Elias Lindholm.
It’s a distinct advantage getting to play in by far the worst division in hockey, and it shouldn’t be discounted especially when surveying futures bets. The window to bet on the Flames at these odds won’t be open long, so consider yourself lucky and take advantage.
Pick: Calgary Flames (+1000)