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Calgary Flames vs Vegas Golden Knights October 14th 2025
The NHL regular season continues as the Calgary Flames host the Vegas Golden Knights at Scotiabank Saddledome. The Golden Knights are looking to build on a solid start, while the Flames hope to avoid a third straight loss after a rough stretch against Vancouver and St. Louis. Puck drop is set for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET on ESPN+.
Vegas, led by head coach Bruce Cassidy, enters at 1-1-2, ranking second in the Western Pacific Division. Calgary, under Ryan Huska, sits at 1-2 and is eager to get back on track. Both clubs will be searching for consistency in this early-season matchup.
Line Movement and Odds
The Vegas Golden Knights open as -159 favorites on the moneyline, while the Calgary Flames sit at +134. The puck line is set at Vegas -1.5 (+158) and Calgary +1.5 (-193). The total for the game is 6.0 goals, with the over at +100 and the under at -122.
Vegas has drawn early support thanks to its offensive depth and hot scoring form from Pavel Dorofeyev, who leads the NHL with five goals through three games. Calgary, meanwhile, is at home and looking to stabilize defensively after conceding nine goals over its last two losses.
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Flames vs Golden Knights Matchup Breakdown
Vegas’ offense has been anchored by Dorofeyev’s hot start. The 24-year-old winger has scored in every game so far, including a hat trick against the Kings. Jack Eichel continues to be the team’s offensive engine, leading with five points, while Mark Stone’s move to the top line has created balance throughout the lineup.
Defensively, the Golden Knights have been physical, registering 80 hits and 45 blocks through three games. Goaltenders Adin Hill and Akira Schmid have split time, combining for 61 saves. Bruce Cassidy’s system continues to emphasize shot suppression and transition play, which has kept Vegas competitive in every matchup.
Calgary, on the other hand, is looking for answers. Dustin Wolf has started all three games and holds a 3.99 goals-against average, though he’s faced heavy workloads in each contest. Offensively, Matt Coronato leads the team with two goals and has been one of the few bright spots. Head coach Ryan Huska has emphasized the need for finishing chances after generating quality looks in their recent losses.
The Flames will need their physical edge to slow Vegas’ tempo and regain offensive rhythm. Calgary has recorded 92 hits and 45 blocks this season, but struggles in transition defense have cost them in close games.
Injuries and Lineup Notes
Vegas has several key players on the shelf, including Alex Pietrangelo (personal reasons) and Noah Hanifin (questionable, undisclosed). Forwards Trevor Connelly, Jakub Demek, and Jordan Gustafson are also out. You can check the full list of updates on the Vegas Golden Knights injury report.
Calgary remains without Jonathan Huberdeau and Martin Pospisil, both sidelined with undisclosed injuries. Ryan Huska is expected to continue rotating his bottom-six forwards as the team searches for offensive depth. For more details on lineup changes and player availability, see the Calgary Flames injury report.
Best Bets and Prediction
The Golden Knights are the stronger team entering this matchup, led by a red-hot Dorofeyev and a proven system that thrives in tight games. The Flames’ goaltending inconsistency and inability to capitalize on scoring chances could make it difficult to keep pace.
Our model projects a final score of Vegas 4, Calgary 3, favoring the Golden Knights on the moneyline (-159). The projected total sits slightly above 6, making the over (+100) a solid option, given both teams’ recent trends toward high-scoring games.
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