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Islanders vs. Flames Picks, Odds, and Preview (Jan 17)
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Despite focus being on the upcoming Super Bowl, there will be competitive NHL action this weekend. The NY Islanders will be hoping to maintain their recent run of form when they travel to the Calgary Flames. Find the picks here.
How to Watch
- When: Saturday, January 17, 2026. 3:00 PM ET
- Where: Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary
- How to Watch: ESPN+
Islanders vs. Flames Odds
| Game Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Islanders | |
| Flames |
Islanders vs. Flames Head-to-Head
There is little to separate these teams based on the head-to-head record, with the Flames edging the overall tally at 54-52. Interestingly, the Flames have won 50% of their previous home games with the Islanders.
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Game Preview
There will be pressure on both the Flames and Islanders in the NHL this weekend. Calgary will have increased pressure due to having home ice advantage, and the fact that they sit seventh in the Pacific Division. The Flames have gone 20-23-4 this season, but they can take positives from the fact that they have won five of their last ten games.
Calgary also come into this weekend following a solid showing against the Chicago Blackhawks in midweek, landing a 3-1 road success. Home form has been their main strength this term, with 12 of their 19 wins coming at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Nazem Kadri has been the team’s standout offensive player, registering an impressive 32 overall points.
The NY Islanders will likely also see this as a must-win game. They come into the weekend sitting second in the Metropolitan Division, and they are within three points of the Carolina Hurricanes. Their overall form this season has been strong, winning 26 of their 47 games. Meanwhile, they have registered wins in six of their last ten.
They held their nerve in their latest game to record a 1-0 road success over the Edmonton Oilers. Anthony Duclair scored the winning effort in the final period. Their record on the road will make them a prominent selection this weekend, going 11-8-3 in the NHL this season.
Islanders vs. Flames Picks
The Islanders only appear to be getting stronger as the season progresses. Therefore, we fully expect them to close the gap at the top of the division standings with a victory in Calgary on Saturday.
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