Flames vs. Lightning Predictions and Odds - Jan 6, 2022

The Tampa Bay Lightning face the Calgary Flames in NHL action at Amalie Arena on Thursday, commencing at 7:00PM EST.

Dimers' best betting picks for Flames vs. Lightning, as well as game predictions and best odds, are detailed in this article.

Who will win Flames vs. Lightning?

Based on advanced computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Thursday's Flames-Lightning NHL matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' renowned predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Lightning a 61% chance of getting the W against the Flames.

MORE: Flames vs. Lightning Simulated 10K Times

Puck Line, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Lightning are -1.5 favorites versus the Flames, with +145 at BetMGM the best odds available.

For the underdog Flames (+1.5) to cover the puck line, PointsBet has the best odds on offer at -160.

BetMGM has the best moneyline odds for the Lightning at -175. That means you can risk $175 to win $100, for a total payout of $275, if they get the W.

Meanwhile, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best moneyline odds for the Flames at +164, where you can bet $100 to profit $164, earning a total payout of $264, if they win.

The Over/Under sits at 6 with BetMGM, which has the best odds for the Over at -110, while FanDuel Sportsbook has the best odds for the Under at -108.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Flames (+1.5) are a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6 goals is a 53% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets for Flames vs. Lightning

• Puck Line: Flames +1.5 at -160 with PointsBet (61% probability)
• Moneyline: Flames Win at +164 with FanDuel Sportsbook (1.8% edge)
• Over/Under: Under 6 at -108 with FanDuel Sportsbook (53% probability)

While the Lightning are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Flames moneyline is the best option due to the 1.8% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is pivotal to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.

Flames vs. Lightning Probabilities

Use our interactive widget below to see the latest Moneyline, Over/Under and Puck Line probabilities and odds for Calgary vs. Tampa Bay, and click or tap on See Matchup for more.

Dimers has full coverage of Thursday's Flames-Lightning matchup, including pre-game predictions, free betting picks, and live win probabilities.

Don't forget, DimersBOT updates regularly, so keep an eye on this article for the latest betting insights before Flames vs. Lightning on Thursday January 6, 2022.

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Flames vs. Lightning 2022 Game Info

When do the Lightning play the Flames?

• Date: Thursday January 6, 2022
• Time: 7:00PM EST / 4:00PM PST
• Venue: Amalie Arena

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