Anaheim vs. Los Angeles. NHL Match Prediction and Bets

Current form

Anaheim still broke its winning streak, which reached three games. The team played at home, where they met Buffalo and were one step away from another victory, but could not hold on to a significant advantage and suffered a defeat in overtime (2:3). Once again, there were problems with creating moments in attack, and in total they managed to make 24 shots on the opponent goal. Continuing to play at home, the Ducks fought Seattle and this time they could not even cling to one point, losing in regulation time with a score of 2:3.

Oddly enough, the team was able to rehabilitate itself in front of the fans for the lost points on the road to the Krakens, defeating them with a score of 5:2, which was a surprise for many, since Anaheim remains one of the least productive clubs in the league. It is difficult to even single out any of the forwards, since many distinguished themselves with effective actions. It is impossible not to praise goalkeeper Gibson, who reflected 42 shots out of 44. Thanks to the points earned, the Ducks were able to rise from the last line in the Western Conference standings and are currently in 12th place, and the gap from the playoff zone is only four points.

Disqualifications and injuries

Anaheim continues to have huge problems with its roster. The club has four players in the infirmary: Fabbri, Fowler, McGinn and Susanek. Vaakanainen and Karlsson are also questionable.

Interesting trends for betting

• On average, Anaheim scores 2.6 goals per game.

The Ducks have had serious problems on offense this season and have rarely realized their offensive potential.

• On average, the Ducks receive seven penalty minutes per game.

But the team has complete discipline, it rarely breaks the rules, which allows it to remain at full strength throughout almost the entire match.

Current form

Los Angeles has been showing unstable results for a long time, alternating victories with defeats. The team completed a home series of three games, which ultimately turned out to be successful. The Kings suffered only one defeat from Buffalo (0:1), as they were unable to realize their attacking potential at all. In the remaining matches, they managed to achieve the desired results due to a very reliable game in defense, thanks to which the club beat Seattle (2:1), and also crushed Detroit with a score of 4:1. Remarkably, in both meetings, the opponents made a total of only 38 shots on target.

After such a solid defensive performance, few could have expected a crushing defeat from the obvious underdog, San Jose (2:7). Goalie Rittich showed a terrible game, reflecting only 66% of the shots. Returning to the home arena, Hiller charges were able to rehabilitate themselves before the fans, defeating one of the league leaders, Winnipeg, and very confidently with a score of 4:1. This time, forward Kempe and Rittich showed themselves, each scoring two points. In general, the "kings" have shown excellent results this season and currently occupy the fifth line in the table, having 27 points.

Disqualifications and injuries

Los Angeles is also experiencing problems with its roster. The team is without four players due to injuries. Doughty, Kuemper, Jones and Kaliyev will definitely not play in the upcoming match.

Interesting trends for betting

• On average, the Kings allow 2.8 goals per game.

The team has been showing very reliable defensive play this season, which is why they are achieving success.

• Los Angeles averages 10 penalty minutes per game

The team plays quite aggressively, which often leads to deletions.