Florida vs. Dallas: NHL Match Prediction

Current form

Florida has finally come to its senses and started winning every game. Paul Maurice team has won four games in a row and taken the lead in the East. The Panthers have earned 17 points in 12 starts, but their position now looks very fragile. The "Cats" need to win to stay in first place in the conference. Before the victory in Finland, Aleksander Barkov team achieved success in an away series. The club from the state of the same name played well in attack at the end of October. They beat the Rangers in New York (3:1) and then beat the Islanders there (6:3). The Panthers crushed Buffalo on the ice of the KeyBank Center arena (6:3) and beat the "Stars" in Tampere (6:4).

The "Cats" have been successful in attack lately and are excellent at converting their chances. Florida has scored at least three times per game for four games in a row, while also playing well in defense. Sergei Bobrovsky has improved his performance and has stopped 89.16% of pucks, but this is still very weak for such a skilled goalie. Sam Reinhart has broken into the top of the NHL scoring list. The Canadian has 19 points (9+10) in the "goal+pass" system.

Disqualifications and injuries

Florida only has Johan Gadlovich in the infirmary. All other Panthers leaders will be able to play against Dallas.

Interesting trends for betting

• Florida is averaging 3.67 goals per game.

The Panthers continue to show very productive offensive play this season.

• The Panthers allowed just four goals while shorthanded.

It is also worth noting the club very confident play in the minority. In this regard, the team remains one of the best in the league.

Current form

Dallas has secured its place among the leaders of the West since the first days of the regular season and currently occupies the fifth line in the conference. The Stars already have 14 points after ten games, and now the Stars have captured the status of the most reliable team in their half of the NHL standings. After an away defeat to Buffalo (2:4), Jamie Benn team won in Boston (5:2), and then easily beat Chicago (4:2) on their home court. In Europe, the nominal guests did not start in the best way. Already in the first period of the match against Florida, Peter DeBoer charges conceded three goals and were never able to catch up with their opponent.

Dallas hasn't had any serious problems converting chances lately. In the previous five games, the Stars have scored 19 goals, while allowing 15 goals into their own net. Matt Duchene is trying to bring his team as much benefit as possible for the second year in a row. At the moment, the forward has 13 points (6+7). He is often assisted by Logan Stankoven. This Canadian has made nine assists and is bringing great benefit to the Stars in his second season in the league.

Disqualifications and injuries

Dallas has no problems with the roster, all the club best players will be able to play against Florida in Finland.

Interesting trends for betting

• Dallas is allowing an average of 2.33 goals per game.

The Stars have shown a high level of defensive play since the start of the season, but in the last game they conceded as many as six times.

• The Stars are averaging 6.2 penalty minutes per game.

The visitors can boast of discipline during the current season.