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Sharks vs. Flames prediction: Why Calgary is favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [1/31/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get San Jose Sharks vs Calgary Flames predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Calgary Flames will take on the San Jose Sharks, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Scotiabank Saddledome on Saturday, starting at 4:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Flames a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Sharks.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's Sharks vs. Flames matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Sharks vs. Flames prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NHL game between the Sharks and Flames 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Flames a 52% chance of beating the Sharks.
According to our model, the Sharks (+1.5) have a 69% chance of covering the puck line, while the 6-goal over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Sharks vs. Flames odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Flames |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-278) | -1.5 (+225) |
| Moneyline | -112 | -105 |
| Total | o6 (-118) | u6 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Flames picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Flames -1.5 | +225 |
| Moneyline | Flames | -105 |
| Total | Under 6 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Flames to win.
Sharks vs. Flames player props
Who will score a goal in Sharks vs. Flames?
According to our model, Macklin Celebrini is most likely to score an anytime goal in Sharks vs. Flames.
Our projections give Celebrini a 34.1% chance of scoring a goal at Scotiabank Saddledome, while the star is a 6.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 34.1% |
| Pavol Regenda | 30.3% |
| Will Smith | 26.3% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 25.5% |
| Collin Graf | 22.5% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Yegor Sharangovich | 29.5% |
| Nazem Kadri | 27.7% |
| Matthew Coronato | 26.9% |
| Mikael Backlund | 23.1% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 22.0% |
First goal scorer predictions
San Jose Sharks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Macklin Celebrini | 6.8% |
| Pavol Regenda | 6.4% |
| Will Smith | 5.2% |
| Tyler Toffoli | 4.9% |
| Collin Graf | 4.3% |
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 5.8% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 5.7% |
| Matthew Coronato | 4.7% |
| Jonathan Huberdeau | 4.3% |
| Connor Zary | 3.9% |
Sharks vs. Flames game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's game between the Flames and Sharks at Scotiabank Saddledome is scheduled to commence at 4:00 PM ET.
- Who: San Jose Sharks vs. Calgary Flames
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM ET/1:00PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome
Conclusion
We predict the Flames, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Sharks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Sharks vs. Flames insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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