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Philadelphia vs Vancouver: prediction for the NHL fixture
The Philadelphia Flyers play host to the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL action on October 16. What to expect from this game? Our answer is in the prediction below.
Command Analysis
Philadelphia Flyers
USAThe Philadelphia Flyers did not do well in the preseason, having won only two games out of six - against Washington (3:1) and Boston (2:1 OT). In these two games, the defense of the Flyers was excellent, especially the performance of two goaltenders, Jones and Hart.
The Flyers didn't build on their success in the return game against the Capitals, suffering a crushing defeat with a score of 3:5. Also, the Flyers lost to the Islanders (0:3) and the Bruins (2:4).
Vancouver Canucks
CanadaThe Vancouver Canucks got off to a pretty good start in the preseason, with the team winning two out of three games against Calgary (4:2) and Winnipeg (3:2). The Canucks were unable to continue the winning streak and then lost three games in a row - to Edmonton twice (2:3) and to Seattle (0:4).
In the regular season, the Canucks faced Edmonton once again. They put up a good fight against the Oilers but lost in a shootout (2:3).
Trends
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored in each period.
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, Vancouver scored first.
Tip and bets
Although Philadelphia showed mediocre results in the preseason, the team looked quite solid at home. Vancouver, on the other hand, continue to suffer defeats in every game. We predict that the Flyers will get a home victory in this fixture.
Our prediction - Philadelphia to win
The two sides rarely score a lot in head-to-head games; both teams are used to the defensive style of hockey.
Second prediction - total under 6.5 goals
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