The Edmonton Oilers head to Calgary for a Battle of Alberta clash against the Flames, marking their third meeting of the 2025-26 season. The Oilers, sitting in a playoff position with strong star power from Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, aim to rebound from back-to-back losses to Toronto and extend their dominance in the series. The Flames, struggling with a 1-4 record in their last five and well out of playoff contention, seek a morale-boosting win at home before the Olympic break. This Pacific Division rivalry often delivers high-intensity hockey, but with Calgary’s injuries and Edmonton’s road prowess, expect the Oilers to control play in what could be a moderate-scoring affair. The game features contrasting forms: Edmonton’s potent attack (3.28 GPG, 7th in NHL) against Calgary’s defensive struggles (3.68 GAA, 31st), potentially tilting toward the visitors.
Location: Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, Alberta (home of the Calgary Flames; capacity: 19,289; known for its raucous atmosphere during Battle of Alberta games).
Face-Off Time: 10:00 p.m. ET (7:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. local time).
Broadcast: ESPN+.
Recent Team Forms
Oilers: Edmonton has gone 3-2 in their last five games, including back-to-back losses to Toronto. They rank 2nd in goals per game (3.28) but 27th in goals against (3.02), showing offensive strength but defensive issues. Form: L 3-5 @ TOR, L 2-4 vs TOR, W 4-3 OT vs ANA, W 5-3 vs SJS, W 4-2 @ WSH (averaging 3.6 GPG scored, 3.4 GPG allowed).
Flames: Calgary has lost four of their last five, including a 4-2 loss to Toronto. They rank 28th in goals per game (2.98) and 31st in goals against (3.68), struggling on both ends. Form: L 2-4 vs TOR, L 1-3 @ WSH, L 3-4 OT vs PIT, L 1-5 vs TBL, W 4-3 OT vs VAN (averaging 2.2 GPG scored, 3.8 GPG allowed).
Injury Report
Oilers:
Out: Adam Henrique (C, Undisclosed – IR-LT, expected to be out until at least Feb 25).
Flames:
Out: Blake Coleman (LW, Upper Body – Out, expected to be out until at least Feb 26), Jake Bean (D, Undisclosed – Out, expected to be out until at least Feb 26), Samuel Honzek (LW, Upper Body – Out), John Beecher (C, Suspended – IR), Cullen Potter (LW, Out).
Key Player Matchups
Connor McDavid (Oilers C) vs. Nazem Kadri (Flames C): McDavid (team-leading points) exploits Flames’ weak D; Kadri’s physicality (recent assists) disrupts.
Leon Draisaitl (Oilers C) vs. Rasmus Andersson (Flames D): Draisaitl’s scoring vs. Andersson’s shot-blocking.
Evan Bouchard (Oilers D) vs. Matthew Coronato (Flames F): Bouchard’s offensive defense vs. Coronato’s goals (14G).
Goaltending: Calvin Pickard (Oilers) vs. Dustin Wolf (Flames): Pickard (3.68 GAA, .871 SV%) vs. Wolf (.896 SV%). Wolf edges in form, but Pickard’s workload matters.
Series History
The Oilers lead the all-time series 129-114-18-11. In recent years, Edmonton is 7-3 in the last 10, including a 4-2 win on January 27, 2026. The last 10 average 5.9 goals per game, with home team 5-5. Over the last 5, Edmonton is 3-2, with totals going over in 4. Flames are 2-3 in last 5 at Scotiabank Saddledome against Edmonton.
Betting Trends
ATS: Oilers 5-5 ATS in last 10 road games; Flames 2-8 ATS last 10 home games; Favorites 6-4 ATS in last 10 H2H. Over/Under: Over in 4 of Oilers’ last 5; Under in 5 of Flames’ last 7; Over in 4 of last 5 H2H. Historical: Home teams 5-5 SU in last 10; Over in 4 of last 5.
Game Odds
Edmonton Oilers – 135
Calgary Flames 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, February 3, 2026
