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Minnesota Wild vs. Calgary Flames: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 11, 2025

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Apr 11, 2025 10:42 PM
The Minnesota Wild, riding high from their recent shootout victory, head to the Scotiabank Saddledome to take on the Calgary Flames on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 10:00 PM. The Wild, with a 43-29-7 record, look to even the season series against the Flames, who currently lead 2-0. This Western Conference clash promises to be an intense battle between two determined teams fighting for playoff positioning.
Minnesota Wild vs Calgary Flames

Current Odds

MIN
CGY
Over
5.5
+135
Under
5.0
+107
MIN
+1.5
+525
CGY
-3.5
+165
MIN
ML
+1700
CGY
ML
-2500

Wild vs Flames statistics

Stat Wild Flames
Goals For per Game 2.75 2.59
Goals Against Average 2.89 2.91
Shots per Game 27.5 29.4
Shots Against per Game 29.8 28.8
Power Play Goals 43 46
Power Play Goals Against 54 53
Short Handed Goals 4 7
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 585 738
Power Play Percentage 21.5 20.4
Penalty Kill Percentage 72.7 75.6

Calgary Flames recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/9/25 @ Anaheim Ducks L 4-3 OT
4/7/25 @ San Jose Sharks W 3-2
4/5/25 vs Vegas Golden Knights L 3-2 OT
4/3/25 vs Anaheim Ducks W 4-1
4/1/25 @ Utah Hockey Club L 3-1

Minnesota Wild recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/9/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 8-7 OT
4/6/25 vs Dallas Stars W 3-2 OT
4/4/25 @ New York Islanders L 3-1
4/2/25 @ New York Rangers L 5-4 OT
3/31/25 @ New Jersey Devils L 3-2 SO

Calgary Flames injuries

  • Morgan Frost (C): Day-To-Day
  • Connor Zary (C): Out
  • Justin Kirkland (C): Injured Reserve
  • Anthony Mantha (RW): Injured Reserve

Minnesota Wild injuries

  • Jake Middleton (D): Day-To-Day
  • David Jiricek (D): Out
  • Troy Grosenick (G): Injured Reserve

Wild vs Flames game info

Type Info
Venue Scotiabank Saddledome
Location Calgary, AB
Puck drop Fri 10:00 PM

Wild vs Flames predictions

As the Minnesota Wild get ready to face off against the Calgary Flames, all eyes will likely be on Matt Boldy, the dynamic left-winger making waves in the NHL this season. With a commendable 71 points under his belt, we can't help but wonder what tricks he has up his sleeve for this matchup. Boldy's knack for finding scoring opportunities, evidenced by his 26 goals, makes him a key player to watch. And let’s not forget his impressive ability to rack up assists—45 so far—demonstrating his playmaking skills, which could be crucial in breaking down Calgary's defense. With the Wild tallying such a strong road record, fans should be excited to see how this game unfolds in the Scotiabank Saddledome.

On the flip side of the ice, the Calgary Flames are no strangers to star power themselves. Nazem Kadri, their standout center, has been a force to reckon with this season. With 31 goals, Kadri seems to have a nose for finding the net, and his 61 points make him a versatile threat whenever he steps onto the rink. And let’s give a nod to MacKenzie Weegar, a defensive player who dishes out assists like it’s second nature—he’s got 38 to show for his efforts! These two will likely play pivotal roles in maintaining Calgary's lead in the regular season series against the Wild. Given Calgary's solid home record, Kadri and Weegar seem poised to put up a strong performance in front of their fans.

So, who will come out on top in this thrilling faceoff between the Wild and Flames? While both teams are stacked with talent and have displayed solid performances during the season, the edge might just tilt in favor of the Minnesota Wild, who seem to be riding a wave of momentum following their recent shootout victory. With players like Boldy in top form and the odds slightly leaning towards Minnesota, they might just have the winning formula for this matchup. But as any NHL fan knows, surprises are always lurking in these high-stakes games. What do you think? Could the Flames turn the tables and defend their home turf? It’s a matchup you won’t want to miss!

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