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Vancouver vs. Columbus: NHL Match Prediction
Vancouver will play at home on December 7, where they will try to give a worthy rebuff to Columbus with the support of their fans. Will the Killer Whales be able to take advantage of their home walls? Our experts have prepared a forecast in which they will answer this question and also help to highlight the most relevant bets
Command Analysis
Vancouver Canucks
CanadaCurrent form
Vancouver ended a long road series, which reached six games. In general, the team showed excellent results on the road, winning almost all games, albeit with great difficulty. After an offensive defeat to Pittsburgh (4:5), the team went to visit Buffalo, where they were able to regain lost points, snatching victory in overtime (4:3). Forward Garland showed a great game, scoring twice and also giving an assist. The "killer whales" were able to consolidate their success in a very difficult match with Detroit, again snatching victory in overtime (5:4). This time, Debras was the most productive player, scoring a hat trick and giving an assist.
Then Tocchet charges went to visit Minnesota, where they were one step away from a third victory in a row, but had to lose in overtime (2:3). The "killers" were even able to outshoot their opponent, but there were problems with the implementation of moments in attack. Thanks to the successful away series, Vancouver was able to rise to sixth place in the Western Conference table and now has 30 points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vancouver continues to have serious problems with its roster. Five players are currently in the infirmary: Demko, Forboth, Groneck, Miller and Poolman.
Interesting trends for betting
- Vancouver averages 3.25 goals per game
The Canucks have been prolific on offense this season and have consistently created big problems for opposing defenses.
- The Killer Whales average nine penalty minutes per game.
The team has serious problems with discipline.
Columbus Blue Jackets
USACurrent form
Columbus has been on a great run lately and has been consistently earning points for a long time. The team could have won six games in a row if not for the disappointing 3-4 overtime loss to Montreal, which interrupted the streak of successful performances. This time, goalie Merzlikin showed his worst side, reflecting only 82% of the shots. However, the Blue Jackets quickly rehabilitated themselves in front of the fans and in the next game they left Calgary with no chance (5-2). Forward Marchenko distinguished himself once again, scoring a goal and also making two assists.
The "jackets" were able to consolidate their success on the road, where they also defeated the obvious underdog Chicago (6:3). This time, the most productive was defenseman Severson, who scored an assist hat-trick. It seemed that in the return match with the Flames, the team would also be able to prove itself and consolidate its superiority over Calgary, but they failed to do so. Columbus unexpectedly had serious problems both with creating and realizing moments in attack, which ultimately led to a dry defeat (0:3).
Disqualifications and injuries
Gudbransson, Jenner and Chinakhov are currently in the Columbus infirmary.
Interesting trends for betting
- Columbus is allowing 3.5 goals per game
The team continues to experience problems in defense.
- The Blazers converted 16% of their power play attempts.
Despite their high offensive output, the team rarely takes advantage of having one player on the court.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Vancouver
Vancouver has opened the scoring in three of the four head-to-head games
1.63Goal in each period bet - yes
In four of the six head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period.
1.50Tip and bets
Vancouver is the clear favorite in the upcoming match. The team has returned to its home arena, where it should show its best with the support of its fans and continue to earn points consistently. However, it is worth considering that Columbus is also in optimal shape and can handle almost all competitors on its way. We believe that the very low odds for the Canucks with their roster problems are unjustified. So we suggest choosing the visitors.
Our prediction is a Columbus victory with a handicap of (+1.5) goals for 1.80
Bet on total
In the upcoming match, we can expect a large number of goals scored. Both teams have been pleasing fans with productive hockey throughout the regular championship, and it is unlikely that anything will change.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.70
Bet on the outcome of the first period
However, one cannot ignore the fact that Vancouver will be playing at home, where they should show their best side, and from the very beginning of the match they will begin to create pressure on Columbus, thanks to which they may well earn an advantage already at the end of the opening period.
Prediction - Vancouver win in the first period with a handicap (0) for 1.51
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