How to Pick the Stars vs. Flames Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – December 8

Published 11:50 am Saturday, December 7, 2024

If you’re seeking best bets for the Dallas Stars’ upcoming contest against the Calgary Flames on Sunday at 8:00 PM ET, then you’ve come to the right place. Read on, as we provide our picks and projections for this showdown.

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Stars vs. Flames Picks

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Total Pick

Pick OU: Over 5.5 (model projecting 5.7 goals)

  • This season, 14 of Dallas’ 26 games have gone over Sunday’s total of 5.5 goals.
  • There have been 13 Calgary games with more than 5.5 goals this season.
  • The Stars score 3.27 goals per game, compared to the Flames’ average of 2.56, adding up to 0.3 more goals than this contest’s over/under of 5.5.
  • This game’s total is 0.1 more than the 5.4 goals these two teams allow per game combined.

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Moneyline Pick

Stars Moneyline: -239

  • The Stars have gone 14-7 this season when favored on the moneyline.
  • When playing with moneyline odds of -239 or shorter, Dallas has compiled a 4-2 record (winning 66.7% of its games).
  • The Stars have a 70.5% chance (based on the moneyline’s implied probability) to win this matchup.

Flames Moneyline: +195

  • In Calgary’s 18 games playing as the underdog on the moneyline this season, it has seven wins.
  • The Flames have won their only game with moneyline odds of +195 or longer (in one such game).
  • Calgary’s moneyline gives it an implied probability of 33.9% to win this contest.

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Score Prediction

Prediction:
Dallas 4, Calgary 2

Stars Points Leaders

  • One of Dallas’ top offensive players this season is Matt Duchene, who has put up 28 points in 26 games.
  • With 12 goals and 14 assists, Mason Marchment is one of the top contributors for Dallas with his 26 points (1.0 per game).
  • Tyler Seguin has created 20 points for Dallas in 19 games this season, scoring on 20.9% of his shots and putting up nine goals and 11 assists.
  • Across 19 games played, Jake Oettinger has a goaltending record of 13-6-0. During those games, he’s allowed 45 goals while recording 458 saves.

Flames Points Leaders

  • MacKenzie Weegar is a top offensive contributor for his club with 16 points (0.6 per game). He has totaled four goals and 12 assists in 27 games (playing 23:32 per game).
  • Jonathan Huberdeau’s 16 points this season, including eight goals and eight assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for Calgary.
  • Nazem Kadri has seven goals and nine assists for Dallas.
  • Daniel Vladar has a 5-5-4 record this season, with a .900 save percentage (36th in the league). In 14 games, he has 351 saves, and has given up 39 goals (2.7 goals against average).

Stars’ Schedule

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Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
12/2/2024 Utah Hockey Club W 2-1 Away -126
12/4/2024 Kings L 3-2 Away -118
12/6/2024 Golden Knights L 3-2 Away -142
12/8/2024 Flames Home -239
12/12/2024 Predators Home
12/14/2024 Blues Home
12/16/2024 Capitals Home

Flames’ Schedule

Date Opponent Score Home/Away Moneyline
11/30/2024 Penguins L 6-2 Away +100
12/3/2024 Blue Jackets W 3-0 Home -134
12/5/2024 Blues L 4-3 Home -128
12/8/2024 Stars Away +195
12/10/2024 Predators Away
12/12/2024 Lightning Home
12/14/2024 Panthers Home

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Dallas vs. Calgary Game Info

  • Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
  • Time: 8:00 PM ET
  • How to watch on TV: ESPN+
  • Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
  • Location: Dallas, Texas
  • Venue: American Airlines Center

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