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Calgary Flames vs. Florida Panthers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 1, 2025

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Mar 1, 2025 3:56 PM
The Calgary Flames are set to take on the Florida Panthers in a non-conference matchup on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Amerant Bank Arena. The Panthers, currently sitting atop the Atlantic Division with a 36-21-3 record, will look to extend their home ice advantage against the Flames, who are 28-22-8 overall and 11-12-4 on the road. In their only previous meeting this season, the Flames came out on top, setting the stage for a competitive matchup.
Calgary Flames vs Florida Panthers

Current Odds

CGY
FLA
Over
3.5
+125
Under
4.0
-112
CGY
+1.5
+350
FLA
-2.0
+110
CGY
ML
+525
FLA
ML
-667

Flames vs Panthers statistics

Stat Flames Panthers
Goals For per Game 2.60 3.28
Goals Against Average 2.93 2.85
Shots per Game 29.2 31.8
Shots Against per Game 29.1 27.0
Power Play Goals 36 42
Power Play Goals Against 47 36
Short Handed Goals 5 12
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 606 585
Power Play Percentage 21.4 23.3
Penalty Kill Percentage 72.4 79.3

Florida Panthers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/27/25 vs Edmonton Oilers W 4-3
2/25/25 @ Nashville Predators W 4-1
2/22/25 vs Seattle Kraken L 2-1
2/8/25 vs Ottawa Senators W 5-1
2/6/25 @ St. Louis Blues W 3-2

Calgary Flames recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
2/27/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 3-0
2/25/25 @ Washington Capitals W 3-1
2/23/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 3-2
2/8/25 vs Seattle Kraken L 3-2 OT
2/6/25 vs Colorado Avalanche L 4-2

Florida Panthers injuries

  • Matthew Tkachuk (LW): Out
  • Eetu Luostarinen (C): Day-To-Day
  • Gustav Forsling (D): Day-To-Day
  • Mackie Samoskevich (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Jonah Gadjovich (LW): Out

Calgary Flames injuries

  • Kevin Bahl (D): Day-To-Day
  • Joel Hanley (D): Day-To-Day
  • Morgan Frost (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jakob Pelletier (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Walker Duehr (RW): Day-To-Day

Flames vs Panthers game info

Type Info
Venue Amerant Bank Arena
Location Sunrise, FL
Puck drop Sat 3:00 PM

Flames vs Panthers predictions

When the Calgary Flames skate onto the ice, all eyes will likely be on Jonathan Huberdeau. With an impressive 22 goals this season, he's proven himself a pivotal player for the Flames. The chemistry between Huberdeau and defenseman MacKenzie Weegar is electrifying, and both are set to make significant impacts as they face the Panthers. Given Weegar's keen eye for assists, any opportunities created will likely see Huberdeau ready to capitalize in front of the net. The Flames’ road record might not be stellar, but their determination could see them push through, especially with players like these leading the charge.

Switching over to the Florida Panthers, their offensive front is spearheaded by Sam Reinhart, who’s been nothing short of phenomenal this season, netting 31 goals. With Aleksander Barkov assisting a good number of them, it’s no wonder the Panthers are riding high with 75 points. Barkov's day-to-day injury status might cause a mild concern, yet his knack for setting the pace is unmatched. If Reinhart keeps finding those sweet spots to shoot, things could get heated for the Flames. Playing at home, the Panthers boast a strong record, making them even more formidable opponents on their turf.

Looking at this matchup, my gut says the advantage leans toward the Florida Panthers. Their goal-scoring prowess, backed by hometown support, suggests they have what it takes to clinch this one. Despite Calgary's fiery spirit and Huberdeau's eye for the goal, it's tough to overlook Florida's consistent performance this season. If the Panthers maintain their offensive and defensive synergy, especially capitalizing on any lapses from Calgary, they could very well extend their home record with another win. What do you think? Will the Panthers defend their den, or could Calgary catch them off guard?

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