The Rangers head to Calgary on Wednesday night for a 7:30 PM ET game at Scotiabank Saddledome. New York has been getting better results lately, while Calgary is coming off an overtime win against Philadelphia. The Rangers have the better overall record, but they’ve been having a miserable time on the road. That’s what makes this one interesting. Verified U.S. betting odds weren’t available when this article was prepared, and I’m leaning toward Calgary at home. Get into the NHL action with our free NHL picks.
New York Has Been Better, but the Road Is Still a Problem
The Rangers are 10-8-1 and just finished a three-game winning streak. New York has been defending better during that stretch, allowing only six goals across the three victories. That’s encouraging after a four-game losing streak had things looking pretty rough. The problem is the road record. The Rangers are 2-6-1 away from Madison Square Garden, and that’s not something I’d ignore.
New York is averaging about 2.9 goals per game and allowing roughly the same number. Those aren’t terrible numbers, but they don’t leave much room for mistakes. The Rangers have been doing a better job limiting opponents’ chances lately, which should help against a Calgary team that has trouble scoring. But New York still needs more consistent offense. Two or three goals might be enough Wednesday, provided the defense holds up.
The Rangers have some uncertainty in goal, with Igor Shesterkin listed unavailable. That’s a pretty important issue when you’re trying to win on the road. New York needs a dependable performance from whoever gets the start, and the defense has to avoid leaving shooters alone around the crease. Calgary isn’t a great offensive team, but it can still punish mistakes.
Calgary Has Been Much Better at Home
Calgary is 8-9-1 after beating Philadelphia 4-3 in overtime Sunday. The Flames have been playing better lately, going 6-3-1 over their last ten games. They’re also 6-4 at home, which is a lot more encouraging than New York’s road record. Calgary hasn’t been scoring a ton, but the Flames have been finding ways to win close games.
The Flames are averaging only 2.6 goals per game and allowing about 3.5. That’s a pretty ugly scoring difference. Calgary needs to do a better job keeping opponents from getting good looks, because the offense isn’t built to erase a two- or three-goal deficit every night. Against the Rangers, the Flames should have an opportunity to play a more controlled game. New York hasn’t been scoring enough to make Calgary feel like it needs four goals to win.
Calgary is missing some depth, including absences involving Kevin Bahl and Jonathan Huberdeau. Those are meaningful losses, particularly when the Flames are already struggling to generate offense. Calgary needs its remaining forwards to create more traffic around the net. The Rangers have been defending better, so the Flames can’t spend the whole night taking harmless shots from the outside.
New York Rangers vs Calgary Flames Picks and Prediction
Moneyline Pick: Calgary Flames
I’m taking Calgary. I know the Rangers have the better record, and they’ve been playing better defensively lately. But New York has won only two of nine road games. Calgary has won six of ten at home. That’s a pretty big difference. The Flames also have the advantage of playing in their own building against a Rangers team dealing with goaltending uncertainty. I think Calgary finds a way to win a close one.
Total Pick: Under — Â
I lean under. Calgary averages only 2.6 goals a game, and New York is around 2.9. Neither team has been producing a ton of offense. The Rangers have also allowed only six goals during their recent three-game winning streak. Calgary’s defense can be shaky, so there’s a risk New York finds some easy scoring opportunities. But I think both teams will try to keep this under control. A 3-2 game makes more sense to me than a 5-4 shootout. The posted total will matter.
Final Picks: Calgary Flames Moneyline | UnderÂ
Disclaimer: Completed November 10, 2026. Betting lines, injuries, and starting goaltenders may change before puck drop.
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