Seattle vs. Boston. NHL Match Prediction and Bets

Current form

Seattle played a four-game road series, which ultimately turned out to be very successful. The team played away to Carolina, where they did not encounter much resistance and easily won with a score of 4:2. Then the team met with the Islanders and left no chance for their competitor, winning with a difference of three goals (5:2). Defensemen Dunn and Larsson showed a great game, each having three scoring actions. The Krakens failed only with New Jersey, suffering an offensive defeat in regulation time with a minimal advantage for the Devils (2:3).

Bylsma team managed to rehabilitate themselves in front of the fans on the road, defeating a very serious opponent in the form of the Rangers (7:5). This time, the most productive player was forward Bjornstrand, who scored twice and also gave two assists. Returning to the home arena, the club was one step away from another victory, but could not cope with another clear favorite, losing to Florida in a shootout (1:2). Due to the points gained, Seattle again approached the playoff zone, the gap from which is only three points.

Disqualifications and injuries

Seattle still has Eberle in the infirmary. Gourde is also questionable. All other players are in the lineup and ready to take part in the upcoming match.

Interesting trends for betting

• The Krakens average three goals per game.

The team has been showing decent attacking play this season and has often realized its full potential.

• Seattle averages 6.5 penalty minutes per game

The club is also known for its very disciplined play and rarely gets sent off.

Current form

Boston has recovered from its slump and has been showing excellent results lately. The team has even managed to earn a winning streak of four games in a row, which began at home, where they managed to crush the obvious underdog Montreal with a score of 6:3. It is difficult to even single out any of the players, as many distinguished themselves with effective actions. They managed to consolidate their success in the match with Detroit, tying the score at the end due to the successful implementation of the numerical superiority, and then snatching victory in overtime (3:2).

The Bears then traveled to visit Chicago, where they celebrated their success again without any problems (4:2), and upon returning to their home arena, they secured it with a victory over Philadelphia (4:3 OT). In the match with the Flyers, the opponent took a significant advantage, but the Bruins did not give up, but on the contrary, picked up the pace, which allowed them to make a comeback. Few could have expected that the club’s streak of such successful performances would be interrupted on the road to Winnipeg, where they had to suffer a rout with a score of 1:8. Goalkeeper Swayman did not cope with his task at all, reflecting only 77% of the shots. Nevertheless, due to the large number of points scored, the team was able to rise to sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings.

Disqualifications and injuries

Boston currently has only defenseman Lindholm in the infirmary.

Interesting trends for betting

• On average, Boston allows 3.20 goals per game.

The Bears are not known for their reliable defensive play and often allow their opponents to capitalize on their attack.

• The Bruins are averaging 11.6 penalty minutes per game.

It is also worth noting the club terrible discipline, which leads to constant removals.