Calgary at Tampa Bay

After a lethargic 8-13 start to the season, the Flames have caught fire. They have now gone 6-3 in their last nine games. They have also been positive when playing in the role of an underdog in the last six weeks or so where they are 6-5 when taking the short side of the line. Tampa Bay has really struggled of late as they have won just four of their last 11, and an even worse one of their last eight. They have fallen apart on defense and in the net, as they have allowed 4 goals or more in six of their last seven games which makes it hard to win in this league. The Flames are now 19-7 in their last 26 games vs. a team with a losing record on the season, and the Lightning right now has lost all their confidence. This is a good spot for a dog, so play on Calgary.