Winnipeg Jets vs Calgary Flames Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/20

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The NHL regular season is underway, and the Winnipeg Jets are off to a strong start. They head to Scotiabank Saddledome to play against the Calgary Flames. The Jets hold a 4-1-0 record and are ranked second in the Western Central Division.

On the other side, the Flames are struggling at the beginning of the season. With a 1-5-0 record, they sit at the bottom of the Western Pacific Division. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+ on Monday, October 20, 2025, at 9:30 PM.

Jets vs Flames Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Winnipeg Jets vs Calgary Flames
  • Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
  • Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Winnipeg Jets MoneyLine -148, Calgary Flames MoneyLine +125

Winnipeg Jets Team Preview

The Winnipeg Jets have been on a roll in their recent games. They secured four wins in their last five outings. This includes victories against teams like the Nashville Predators and Philadelphia Flyers.

Mark Scheifele leads the Jets with six goals in the season so far. Kyle Connor is also making an impact with eight points from five games. Morgan Barron has contributed with strong performances, tallying five points.

In net, Connor Hellebuyck has been reliable for the Jets. He has three wins in four games with 107 saves. Eric Comrie also stepped up with a win and 33 saves in his single appearance.

Calgary Flames Team Preview

The Calgary Flames have faced some challenges in their recent games. They have experienced a string of losses, including a 1-6 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. This pattern has been consistent over their last five games, with no wins recorded.

In terms of player performance, the Flames have not had standout individual stats. Key players like Morgan Frost and Mikael Backlund have not contributed any goals or assists in recent matches. Despite their efforts, the team has struggled to find success on the ice.

Looking at the goaltending, Dustin Wolf has played in five games with only one win. He has made 117 saves but has allowed 20 goals. Devin Cooley has also seen some ice time, making 37 saves in two games but has yet to secure a win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Winnipeg Jets are favored to win against the Calgary Flames with a moneyline of -148. The Jets have shown strong performance in goals and assists, ranking 4th and 7th respectively. Considering these stats and the Flames’ higher goals against, the Jets are the pick to win this game straight up. The projected score is Jets 4, Flames 3.

The total for this game is set at 5.5, with the over at -125. Both teams have been active offensively, with the Jets ranking high in goals and the Flames taking many shots on goal. Given the defensive stats, especially the goals against, an over bet looks reasonable. The projected total is 7, making the over the recommended pick.