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Match Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Chicago Blackhawks at Calgary Flames |
| Date | Friday, November 7, 2025 |
| Venue | Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary |
| Blackhawks Record | 6-5-3 |
| Flames Record | 4-9-2 |
| Broadcast | ESPN+ |
| Moneyline | Blackhawks +125 / Flames -148 |
| Puck Line | Blackhawks +1.5 (-205) / Flames -1.5 (+167) |
| Total | 6.0 |
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Line and Odds Movement
Calgary opens as a moderate home favorite despite sitting at the bottom of the standings, a clear reflection of recent form and home-ice advantage rather than full-season metrics. The Blackhawks at plus money signal market respect for their offensive weapons but skepticism about consistency and defensive stability.
The total at 6.0 aligns with both teams’ current profiles: Chicago’s ability to generate spikes of offense and Calgary’s recent uptick in finishing after an extended slump. Any shift toward heavier juice on the over would mirror confidence that Calgary’s breakout is sustainable and Chicago can trade chances.
Matchup Breakdown
Calgary enters off its first back-to-back wins of the season and finally shows signs of offensive normalization. The Flames have struggled to score all year but have now hit five goals in two of their last six and are starting games with pace and pressure. Their forecheck has been sharper, and early pushes are producing leads instead of chasing.
Chicago rides in deep into a long road trip but with momentum after a decisive 5-2 win in Vancouver. Tyler Bertuzzi’s third-period hat trick and Connor Bedard’s continued production underline a top-end skill edge that can flip a game quickly. However, Chicago’s defensive play and reliance on big performances from Spencer Knight remain swing factors.
Tactically, Calgary’s path is volume and territorial pressure against a Blackhawks team that can be exposed in its own end. Chicago’s path is efficiency: capitalize on breakdowns, lean on its stars, and attack a Flames group that has been fragile over larger samples. Calgary has the better defensive baseline and home advantage; Chicago has the higher top-end scoring tandem.
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Injury Reports
Chicago Blackhawks
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Laurent Brossoit (G) | Out | Hip |
| Jason Dickinson (C) | Out | Shoulder |
| Shea Weber (D) | Out | Lower body |
Calgary Flames
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Pospisil (C) | Out | Undisclosed |
Chicago Blackhawks Recent Performance
The Blackhawks sit at 6-5-3 and come off an impressive third-period surge in Vancouver, breaking open a 0-0 game with four quick goals. Bertuzzi’s hat trick and Bedard’s continued point production confirm they have enough elite talent to punish coverage lapses.
Offensively they rank well in both goals and power-play output, but their game-to-game consistency is thin. Defensive zone play and reliance on hot goaltending stretches keep volatility high, which is critical when priced as an underdog in a tough building.
Calgary Flames Recent Performance
Calgary’s 4-9-2 record hides a short but important shift. They have won two straight and have shown stronger starts, better puck support, and more confidence in the offensive zone. Their chance generation has not been the issue; finishing has. Recent games suggest regression is finally catching up.
They sit low in goals per game but remain within striking distance of a wild-card pace. If their early pressure and shooting normalization hold, the current form justifies their favorite role at home against an opponent in the middle of a road grind.
Betting Insights and Trends
Chicago has delivered strong puck line returns and shown they can finish when their top players get looks. They remain dangerous as an underdog, particularly if their power play creates leverage.
Calgary has quietly covered spreads in recent outings as their offense wakes up and their structure stabilizes. Their profile suggests a team trending upward from an early-season floor, especially on home ice.
This matchup sets up as form versus volatility: Calgary’s improving process against Chicago’s punchy but uneven road performances.
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Side lean: Calgary Flames moneyline.
Calgary’s recent five-on-five play, improved starts, and home environment give them a legitimate edge against a Blackhawks team still prone to lapses and extended defensive zone time.
Total lean: Over 6.0.
Both teams have high-end offensive pieces, and Chicago’s style plus Calgary’s renewed scoring touch point to a game with enough quality chances on both sides. A 4-3 or 4-2 script is more likely than a tight grinder.
Projected score: Flames 4, Blackhawks 3.
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