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The Winnipeg Jets look to rebound quickly from their first loss in nearly two weeks as they host the struggling Calgary Flames on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Canada Life Centre. Puck drop is set for 8:00 PM ET on ESPN+, with both teams seeking opposite outcomes — the Jets want to restart a winning streak, while the Flames are desperate to stop their skid.
Winnipeg’s six-game winning streak was snapped Thursday night in a 3-0 defeat to the Seattle Kraken, while Calgary enters the contest mired in a seven-game losing streak and still searching for any offensive spark.
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Line Movement and Odds
Oddsmakers opened the Jets as moderate home favorites, reflecting both their recent form and Calgary’s offensive struggles.
Current Odds:
- Calgary Flames Moneyline: +140
- Winnipeg Jets Moneyline: -167
- Puck Line: Jets -1.5 (+148) / Flames +1.5 (-180)
- Total: Over/Under 5.5
For the latest movement and market shifts before puck drop, you can reference the NHL odds and betting lines tracker to monitor how bettors are handling this divisional matchup.
Matchup Breakdown
The Flames Can Win If…
The Calgary Flames enter this game with the worst offensive output in the NHL — averaging just 1.6 goals per game and scoring a total of 13 goals in eight contests. Still, there are glimmers of effort beneath the losses. In their last two outings, Calgary showed improved structure and puck control, losing narrowly to the Canadiens (2-1 in OT) and to these same Jets (2-1) earlier in the week.
To win, Calgary must rediscover its finishing touch. The Flames rank 10th in total shots on goal (215) but are dead last in shooting percentage (5.6%). That stat screams “snake-bitten” rather than incapable. Head coach Ryan Huska knows his team’s only path out of this drought is simplicity — crash the net, take volume shots, and stop searching for the perfect play.
Nazem Kadri, Mikael Backlund, and Jonathan Huberdeau remain Calgary’s core threats, though none have hit consistent form. The Flames’ physical edge — ranked fifth in total hits (203) — can tilt momentum if they maintain discipline.
As Huska put it: “When you’re not scoring, there’s a tendency to look for something better all the time.” Against Winnipeg, “better” simply means getting pucks on goal. For a more detailed performance overview and trends for both teams, check the NHL teams section, where recent game flow and advanced stats are updated after every contest.
Flames Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Pospisil (C) | Out | Undisclosed |
The Jets Can Win If…
The Winnipeg Jets suffered their first defeat since the season opener, but head coach Scott Arniel wasn’t discouraged. Despite being shut out 3-0 by Seattle, the Jets dominated much of the game — outshooting and out-chancing their opponent — but couldn’t finish.
Arniel emphasized urgency and directness ahead of Friday’s rematch with Calgary: “Simplicity is usually the answer… making the extra pass or extra seam pass, it usually doesn’t work. The shot mindset will be there and we’ll be crashing the net.”
That message should resonate with Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor, who’ve combined for 9 goals through 7 games. Winnipeg’s balanced scoring and top-tier special teams (ranked 4th in power play goals) have been key to their 5-2 start.
Defensively, the Jets continue to frustrate opponents. Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck remains a stabilizing force, posting a .917 save percentage across his last five starts. Playing at home, where Winnipeg has been 3-0 this season, gives them a strong edge.
For bettors following performance metrics and player prop value, the NHL picks and predictions page offers daily projections and prop-based analysis ahead of every slate.
Jets Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Lowry (C) | Out | Hip |
| Cole Perfetti (C) | Out | Lower Body |
| Dylan Samberg (D) | Out | Wrist |
Betting Trends
- Calgary Flames are 0-7 straight up in their last 7 games.
- Flames are 1-5 ATS as underdogs this season.
- Winnipeg Jets are 5-1 straight up as favorites.
- Jets have gone Under the total in 3 straight games.
- The Under has hit in 6 of Calgary’s last 8 games overall.
For those looking to refine their hockey wagering angles, the NHL expert betting guide breaks down situational stats, team trends, and betting psychology that often swing close lines like this.
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Prediction and Analysis
This matchup pits two teams at opposite ends of form. The Flames are shooting blanks despite high effort, while the Jets’ offensive structure is firing — just not finishing — as efficiently as it could. Calgary’s physicality may keep this close early, but Winnipeg’s superior depth and goaltending should eventually prevail.
Projected Score: Jets 3, Flames 2
Best Bet: Jets -167 (Moneyline)
Total Lean: Under 5.5
Winnipeg’s ability to bounce back at home makes them the logical pick, and their consistent defensive discipline suggests another low-scoring affair. Before finalizing your wagers, check verified profit records from top NHL handicappers on the Handicapper Leaderboard — where every capper’s results are tracked transparently across hockey plays.
