Anaheim vs Chicago. NHL Match Prediction and Bets

Current form

Anaheim played a four-game road trip, which ultimately turned out to be less than successful. In the first game, the team faced the clear favorite, the Rangers, and suffered a 1-2 defeat. It was expected that the Ducks would not be able to give a worthy rebuff to such a powerful opponent, but the team looked confident, playing on the counter throughout the entire game. But it was already impossible to avoid a rout in the next game with New Jersey. The Ducks opened the scoring, but then began to frequently fail in defense, which allowed the Devils to create a huge number of dangerous moments. As a result, Cronin charges conceded six goals, and the game ended with a score of 2-6.

The team was able to rehabilitate itself in front of the fans for the lost points in the match with the Islanders, winning in regulation time (3:1). Goalkeeper Dostal made a huge contribution to the success, reflecting 40 shots out of 41. Also, one cannot fail to mention forward MacTavish, who gave two assists. As expected, in the match with Pittsburgh, the Ducks again had serious problems with scoring in the attack, which led to an offensive defeat in overtime (1:2). Penguins forward Crosby stole points from Anaheim, first tying the score in the third period, and then scoring the decisive goal in overtime. In general, the season for the club again did not start in the best way, and at the moment it is only in 12th place in the Western Conference table.

Disqualifications and injuries

The Anaheim infirmary remains unchanged. Goalies Gibson and Susanek will be out for the upcoming game.

Interesting trends for betting

• Anaheim averages 2.2 goals per game

It is worth noting that the main reason for the club defeats remains its very low attacking performance.

• The Ducks converted just 12.9 percent of their power play attempts.

Even with a one-man advantage, the Ducks can't realize their attacking potential.

Current form

After a disastrous home series and three defeats in a row, Chicago went on the road, where they unexpectedly started earning points, although not in all matches. In the first match, the Hawks met one of the league leaders, Dallas, and suffered a 2-4 defeat. This was quite predictable, given the team problems with defense and the Stars' powerful attacking line. Goalie Mrazek also could not cope with the pressure. However, in the match with Colorado, Chicago managed to crush the clear favorite with a score of 5-2. This result was a surprise for everyone, given the Hawks' lack of results in previous matches. It is especially worth noting forward Doano, who scored a goal and gave two assists.

Visiting San Jose, Richardson men had excellent chances to consolidate their success and earn two wins in a row for the first time this season. Especially after a successful start to the match and two goals scored in a row. However, all the club other shots missed the target, and Chicago ultimately lost with a score of 2:3. Then the Hawks met Los Angeles and were one step away from another defeat, but managed to tie the score just 30 seconds before the final whistle. Then the team snatched victory in a shootout with a score of 4:3. Despite these small successes, Chicago position in the Western Conference table remains deplorable, and the team continues to be in the penultimate line.

Disqualifications and injuries

Chicago has no serious problems with its roster. Only two players are in the infirmary: goalkeeper Brossoit and defenseman Martinez.

Interesting trends for betting

• The Blackhawks are allowing an average of 3.25 goals per game.

Chicago continues to show far from the most reliable game in defense and too often allows opponents to realize their attacking potential.

• On average, the Hawks take 27 shots per game.

The attacking line is often unable to compensate for the lapses in defense, as it plays too modestly and does not create a large number of dangerous moments.