Welcome to the latest edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our team here at Last Word on Hockey breaks down head-to-head matchups and other key elements that may influence the outcome of each game.

Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in.

The Seattle Kraken face off against the Calgary Flames in its fifth game of the season on Saturday night. The game is taking place at 7 p.m. at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The game will be broadcast on KONG and the Kraken Hockey Network.