The Anaheim Ducks (27-21-3) face the Calgary Flames (21-25-5) in a Pacific Division matchup. The Ducks ride a six-game win streak into Calgary, aiming to extend their surge against a Flames team that’s lost four of their last five and sits near the bottom of the division. Despite injuries on both sides, Anaheim’s recent offensive depth could exploit Calgary’s defensive inconsistencies in what projects as a close, potentially high-scoring affair.
Venue Location
The game will be held at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This iconic venue, with a capacity of about 19,289, is known for its passionate “C of Red” fanbase and has been the Flames’ home since 1983.
Puck drop is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. MT)
TV/Streaming: ESPN+; regional coverage may include Sportsnet for Flames fans.
Injury Report
Both teams are battling key absences, with Anaheim’s forward group hit hard and Calgary’s depth tested across the board. Updates as of January 24, 2026:
Anaheim Ducks:
Leo Carlsson (C): Out 3-5 weeks (thigh – Morel-Lavallée lesion; underwent procedure on Jan. 16).
Mason McTavish (C): Out (upper body); expected return around Jan. 29.
Troy Terry (RW): Out (upper body); expected return around Jan. 29.
Additional notes: The team is dealing with illnesses sidelining contributors, forcing line shuffles and reliance on depth players.
Calgary Flames:
Jake Bean (D): Out indefinitely (undisclosed; underwent surgery).
Samuel Honzek (LW): Out six months (upper body; surgery).
Zayne Parekh (D): Out (upper body).
Blake Coleman (LW): IR (upper body); expected return Jan. 25, but status is day-to-day.
John Beecher (C): IR (upper body).
Kevin Bahl (D): Out (undisclosed).
Cullen Potter (LW): Out.
Pierre-Luc Dubois (LW): Out (abdomen).
Key
Player Matchups
This divisional clash features intriguing battles, especially with Anaheim’s youth stepping up amid injuries:
Cutter Gauthier (ANA) vs. MacKenzie Weegar (CGY): Gauthier’s scoring touch (goal and assist in recent win) against Weegar’s shutdown defense; watch for physical play in the neutral zone.
Pavel Mintyukov (ANA) vs. Jonathan Huberdeau (CGY): Mintyukov’s emerging offensive skills from the blue line vs. Huberdeau’s playmaking; could dictate transition play.
Frank Vatrano (ANA) vs. Nazem Kadri (CGY): Veteran snipers; Vatrano’s shot volume against Kadri’s two-way game in the slot.
Goaltending: John Gibson (ANA) vs. Dan Vladar (CGY): Gibson’s experience in high-pressure games vs. Vladar’s home starts; both have been inconsistent lately. Key to watch: Anaheim’s power play (improved during streak) vs. Calgary’s penalty kill, which has struggled in losses.
Recent Team Forms
Anaheim Ducks (Last 5 Games): 5-0-0 (On a 6-game win streak following a 9-game skid)
Jan 23 @ SEA: W 4-2 (Gauthier and Mintyukov each goal + assist; strong defensive hold)
Jan 17 vs. LAK: W 2-1 (OT)
Jan 16 @ LAK: W (Per logs, part of streak)
Jan 10 @ BUF: L 3-5
Jan 8 @ CAR: L 2-5
The Ducks are 6-4-0 in their last 10, with a +8 goal differential during the streak, showing simplified play amid injuries.
Calgary Flames (Last 5 Games): 1-4-0
Jan 23 vs. WSH: L 1-3
Jan 21 vs. PIT: L 1-4
Jan 13 vs. CBJ: L 5-2
Jan 10 vs. PIT: W 2-1
Jan 8 vs. BOS: L 4-1
The Flames are 3-7-0 in their last 10, with defensive lapses allowing 3+ goals in most losses.
Series History
In 143 all-time meetings, the Ducks hold a 76-58-7 edge over the Flames (including playoffs).
The Flames have won 60 games, with notable streaks like 5 straight wins in the mid-1990s.
Recently, Anaheim is 1-3-1 in the last 5 head-to-heads, but Calgary has struggled at home against the Ducks historically.
Last meeting: Flames 4-3 win on Jan. 7, 2025.
Betting Trends
Over has hit in 53.3% of Flames games this season. Flames 2-3 in last 5, 3-2 ATS; Ducks 5-0 in last 5, covering in all. Flames 54.5% win probability per models, but Ducks hot as underdogs.
Game Odds
Anaheim Ducks 6.5
Calgary Flames – 115
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 24, 2026
