Here's another one where I'd like to take the +1.5 puckline, but the books are vastly overpricing it. I do think there were some good signs for the Flames and netminder Jacob Markstrom in rallying from a 3-0 deficit in Game 4 on Tuesday only to lose 5-3. The return of defenseman Chris Tanev from injury also was a boost. He had an assist and one blocked shot in 19:24 of ice time. Calgary outshot Edmonton and dominated the faceoff circle. Do that again Thursday at home, and the Flames should keep their season alive.

The Flames return home on a three-game losing skid, despite out-shooting Edmonton 32-26 on Tuesday. Calgary owns a +104 shot differential in these playoffs, while the Oilers are -24. The Flames have allowed 304 shots in 10 postseason games, while Edmonton has surrendered 358 in that same time span. These teams are big time rivals. Playing the same opponent four games in a row benefits the home team, who can match-up last. The Flames are 5-0 in their past five after allowing five or more goals in their previous game. Take the home team to force a game six!