Seattle Kraken vs. Calgary Flames Pick and Prediction for Monday January 5, 2026
The Seattle Kraken are traveling to New York to face the Rangers at Scotiabank Saddledome. The game has a puck drop time of 9:30 PM and will be broadcast across the country on ESPN+. This Pacific Division showdown features two teams battling for position in the Western Conference standings as the season hits the midway point. For more great NHL picks, find our free NHL picks.
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Seattle Kraken Aim for Continued Road Success
The Seattle Kraken enter this matchup with a season record of 18-14-7. They have been playing solid hockey recently, posting a 4-1 record over their last five games. Seattle is coming off a gritty 4-3 shootout victory on the road against the Vancouver Canucks on January 2. The Kraken have proven to be a dangerous team away from home this season, carrying a 9-7-3 road record into Calgary.
On the stat sheet, Seattle is averaging 2.62 goals per game while surrendering 2.85 goals against. Their power play has been efficient, converting at a 21.1% rate, though their penalty kill has struggled at times with a 70.3% success rate. The Kraken average 26.0 shots on goal per game and have been disciplined defensively, allowing 29.0 shots against per contest.
| # | Handicapper | Profit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tony Karpinski | +2,494.00 |
| 2 |  Joe Duffy | +1,859.00 |
| 3 |  The Insiders Room | +1,788.00 |
| 4 |  Mark Ruelle | +1,428.00 |
| 5 |  Jackie Mack | +1,400.00 |
In the crease, the Kraken have utilized a three-goalie rotation this season. J. Daccord has led the way with 11 wins, 9 losses, and 5 overtime losses, sporting a 2.77 GAA and a .903 save percentage. P. Grubauer has been excellent in a supporting role with 7 wins, 3 losses, and 1 overtime loss, carrying a 2.32 GAA and a .920 save percentage. M. Murray has appeared in 3 games, posting 0 wins, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss with a 2.21 GAA and a .922 save percentage.
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Jaden Schwartz (C): IR - Est. Return Jan 5
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Max McCormick (LW): OUT - Est. Return Sep 15
Calgary Flames Look to Defend Home Ice
The Calgary Flames come into this game with an overall record of 18-19-4. They have been inconsistent of late, going 3-2 over their last five games. The Flames are looking to rebound from a 4-3 loss to the Nashville Predators on January 3. Despite their sub-.500 overall record, Calgary has been formidable at the Scotiabank Saddledome this season, boasting a strong 12-6-2 record in front of their home fans.
From a team stats perspective, the Flames average 2.66 goals for and 2.90 goals against per game. Their power play has struggled to gain traction, converting at a 14.6% rate, but they feature a robust penalty kill that successfully thwarts 81.1% of opponent opportunities. Calgary plays an aggressive offensive style, averaging 29.2 shots per game while allowing 28.7 shots against their own netminder.
The Flames' goaltending duties have been shared primarily between two netminders. D. Wolf has seen the bulk of the action, recording 14 wins, 15 losses, and 2 overtime losses with a 2.86 GAA and a .901 save percentage. D. Cooley has provided strong relief with 4 wins, 4 losses, and 2 overtime losses, maintaining a 2.40 GAA and a .914 save percentage.
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John Beecher (C): Day-To-Day - Est. Return Jan 5
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Zayne Parekh (D): OUT - Est. Return Jan 7
Analysis & Betting Picks
Moneyline: Seattle Kraken (+136)
While Calgary is strong at home, the Kraken have the momentum and the superior special teams in this matchup. Seattle’s power play (21.1%) is significantly more dangerous than Calgary’s (14.6%), and with the Kraken coming off a high-confidence shootout win against Vancouver, they offer great value as a road underdog. If Seattle can stay disciplined, their depth scoring should be enough to overcome the Flames.
Total: Under 5.5 (+114)
Both teams average roughly 2.6 goals per game and feature goaltenders with solid peripheral stats. Calgary’s 81.1% penalty kill should neutralize Seattle’s power play, while Seattle’s defensive structure under Lane Lambert tends to keep games tight and low-scoring on the road. Expect a 3-2 or 2-1 defensive battle that stays under the total.
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