Blues vs Flames: Expert Predictions, Picks & Odds for NHL Showdown
The Calgary Flames host the St. Louis Blues at Scotiabank Saddledome on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET. Both teams are out of playoff contention and already eyeing the 2026–27 season.
Game snapshot
Calgary holds a 16-12-4 home record this season. St. Louis is 12-18-3 on the road. The matchup projects as a tight, low-scoring contest.
Where and when
Location: Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, AB. TV: FDSN Mountain West and SN1. Odds were current at the time of publishing.
Player spotlight: Matvei Gridin
Rookie Matvei Gridin has been a bright spot for Calgary. He has recorded points in four of his past six games.
Gridin made the CHL All-Rookie Team last year. He averaged 1.41 points per game in the QMJHL. He also posted 30 points in 37 AHL games this season before being promoted.
Betting outlook and top pick
The lead pick is Gridin to register over 0.5 points. That selection was priced at +120 when published. The Blues have been vulnerable away from home.
St. Louis has allowed 3.39 goals per road game. They rank 23rd in five-on-five expected goals percentage on the road. Those numbers support betting a Calgary skill player to produce.
Same-game parlay
- Flames +1.5
- Under 5.5 goals
- Matvei Gridin over 0.5 points
Odds and market lines
| Moneyline | Blues -125 | Flames +105 |
| Puck Line | Blues -1.5 (+195) | Flames +1.5 (-240) |
| Over/Under | Over 5.5 (-115) | Under 5.5 (-105) | |
Trends and context
Calgary has covered the puck line in 16 of its last 25 home games. That trend produced a +7.50 units return and a 17% ROI.
Both teams have trended toward the Under recently. Calgary ranks last in goals per game at 2.46. St. Louis is 28th at 2.63 goals per game.
How this fits into broader coverage
For readers seeking Blues vs Flames expert predictions, this analysis blends player form with team trends. It also highlights the best picks & odds for this NHL showdown.
Notes and disclosures
Story updated March 18, 2026 at 12:20 PM ET. The report was prepared by Neil Parker, a betting analyst with 16+ years of wagering experience. Filmogaz.com replaces the original publisher name in this article.
Odds and lines are subject to change. Affiliate relationships and betting availability may affect readers. Not intended for use in Massachusetts.
