| Moneyline Pick | New York Islanders |
| Player Prop | Mathew Barzal Over 2.5 Shots on Goal |
| Same Game Parlay | Islanders Moneyline + Barzal Over 2.5 Shots + Under 6.5 Total Goals |
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Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders Main Match Info
- Date and Time: Saturday, January 17, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
- Location: Calgary, Alberta
- Last H2H: Islanders 3 vs 4 Flames (March 22, 2025, NHL Regular Season)
Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders Moneyline Prediction
- Moneyline Pick: New York Islanders
The Flames have struggled to win lately. In their last 10 outings, they’ve lost more than they’ve won, dropping six and winning just four. They’ve had trouble holding leads and scoring goals. The Islanders’ form is better. They have more victories and play hard every night. Their offence has been steadier and more balanced.
The matchup also favours New York. Calgary have key players out, which affects their depth. Without Blake Coleman, the Flames lose scoring and experience. The Islanders have more forwards who can push the pace and create chances. That can make this clash easier for them.
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— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) January 16, 2026
New York have a more solid goalie on most nights. Their netminder has shown he can keep his team in the game even when goals are scarce. Calgary have been hit-or-miss in net.
From a market perspective, the Flames might still get some respect because they’re at home. The expected pace is tight but steady. New York like to control the puck and limit rush chances against squads like Calgary. If they can do that early, they should stay ahead. That makes the Islanders the better moneyline side here.
Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders Player Prop
- Prop Bet: Mathew Barzal Over 2.5 Shots on Goal
Mathew Barzal has been active with the puck. He likes to carry the play and shoot often. Barzal gets a lot of time on ice, and he doesn’t joke. He’s recorded nine goal contributions in his last eight appearances.
The matchup supports his prop. Calgary have allowed lots of shots from skilled forwards. Their defence can be slow to close the gap, giving Barzal room to fire pucks from the slot and the wing.
The prop line looks fair, but it still holds value. The market may focus on the Flames’ stats, not the chances Barzal gets. He’s often hit this shot mark when dictating play.
Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders Same Game Parlay
- SGP: Islanders Moneyline + Mathew Barzal Over 2.5 Shots on Goal + Under 6.5 Total Goals
This parlay follows the expected game script. New York are in better form and look more stable right now, while Calgary have struggled to score and are missing key players.
The Islanders‘ moneyline is the foundation of the parlay. The team have won more encounters lately. They’ve also handled tight contests better. Their defence and goaltending give them an edge.
Barzal over 2.5 shots fits well here. He drives the offence and shoots often. Even in close games, he stays aggressive. His role doesn’t change much.
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— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) January 16, 2026
The total under 6.5 goals makes sense. Calgary fixtures have been low-scoring. New York also play tighter hockey on the road. This matchup should stay close and slow.
All three legs connect well. If the Islanders control the game, Barzal shoots more, and goals stay limited. That’s the angle here.
Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders Team News
Calgary Flames Team News
The Flames are dealing with a significant loss. Blake Coleman is on long-term injury reserve. He leads Calgary in goals with 13. His absence hurts the offence and leadership.
They’ve lost several encounters recently and are struggling to score. Rasmus Andersson remains key on defence, but the team lack depth. Calgary need other forwards to step up. They play better at home, but must start fast to stay in the game.
New York Islanders Team News
The Islanders are more stable. They lost a close 5-4 game to Winnipeg but showed fight. They sit second in the Metropolitan Division. Ilya Sorokin on the net gives them confidence.
Power-play struggles continue – they’re 0-7 in their last five attempts. Offensively, Barzal, Duclair, and Heineman are consistently creating chances. New York play well on the road when controlling the pace.
Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders: Where to Watch (Canada)
- Watch on: Sportsnet
- Stream on: NHL Live / NHL Centre Ice
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