Yegor Sharangovich has been making waves on home ice recently, accumulating an impressive six points and firing 29 shots on goal in his last ten appearances in Calgary. As the Flames prepare to face the New York Islanders in an out-of-conference matinee, expectations are high for Sharangovich to maintain his offensive momentum.
Analysts are predicting that Sharangovich will continue to be a crucial part of the Flames’ attack, especially given his notable home performance. Current betting odds suggest taking Sharangovich for over 1.5 shots on goal, which has paid off 76% of the time this season. His home statistics reveal an average of 2.6 shots on 4.6 attempts, a stark contrast to his road performances where he averages just 1.3 shots on 3.2 attempts.
With Blake Coleman nursing an injury, Sharangovich is anticipated to fill the gap alongside teammates Mikael Backlund and Matt Coronato, which should result in increased ice time and scoring opportunities against the Islanders. The Islanders have struggled defensively, ranking 22nd in 5-on-5 shot suppression and 25th in undermanned situations over the past ten games. Their vulnerability, particularly against shots from the slot—where Sharangovich excels—could lead to a fruitful outing for the forward.
Additionally, Rasmus Andersson has seen an uptick in his shooting frequency, averaging 2.6 shots on 6.0 attempts at home, clearing the over line in 67% of games at Scotiabank Saddledome. As part of a same-game parlay, betting on both Sharangovich and Andersson to exceed their shots combined with an under on total goals scored could offer enticing odds.
For those watching the game, it takes place at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary at 4:00 p.m. ET, and viewers can catch the action on CBC. The matchup presents an intriguing opportunity as the Flames and the Islanders look to enhance their positions in the standings.
In light of Sharangovich’s current form and the Islanders’ defensive struggles, fans can look forward to an exciting game that highlights the potential for high-paced action and scoring opportunities.