LiontipsSeattle vs Vancouver. NHL Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Seattle was going through a tough period, showing poor play and suffering five defeats in a row. All matches were lost in regulation time by more than one goal. Even in the game with the outsider Chicago, the Krakens lost with a score of 1:3. The matches against Tampa Bay (1:5), Vegas (2:6) and Colorado (2:5) were especially unsuccessful. The team main problem was low offensive performance, which did not allow them to compensate for mistakes in defense.
The losing streak ended with a win over Vancouver, where Seattle finally showed its attacking potential. After the team was down 1:4, it managed to even the score by scoring three goals in five minutes of the third period. In overtime, the team snatched a 5:4 victory. The best player of the match was defenseman Dunn, who scored twice and gave an assist. It seems that this victory allowed the club to feel confident in its abilities, since in the next match with Utah, it was possible to completely crush the opponent with a difference of three goals (5:2). This time, forward Schwartz distinguished himself, also scoring three goals. Still, a large number of lost points affected the team position in the Western Conference table, and the gap from the playoff zone is seven points.
Disqualifications and injuries
The situation in Seattle infirmary remains the same. The team continues to play without Eberle.
Interesting trends for betting
- Seattle is allowing an average of 3.2 goals per game.
The club continues to have serious problems in defense.
- On average, the Krakens receive six penalty minutes per match.
The team is highly disciplined and rarely breaks the rules.
Current form
Vancouver continues to be in terrible shape, losing points from match to match. In six games, the team managed to win only one victory, and that was against the obvious underdog San Jose, snatching victory with great difficulty in regulation time (4:3). Forward Pettersson made a big contribution to the success, scoring twice. After this victory, the Canucks hosted Seattle at their arena and were again one step away from the desired result, but just five minutes before the end of the game they conceded three goals, which allowed the Krakens to tie the score. As a result, it came down to overtime, where they had to lose (4:5). Goalie Demko showed his worst side, reflecting only 82% of the shots.
Then the "killer whales" went to visit "Calgary", where they were unable to show a productive game in attack and suffered another defeat with a score of 1:3. Over three periods, the club made only 24 shots at the Flames' goal, which, naturally, was not enough. Even despite the large number of lost points, the team still remains in ninth place in the Western Conference standings, and the gap from its closest competitor is only one point.
Disqualifications and injuries
It worth noting that Vancouver lost one of its best forwards in Pettersson to injury, while Hronek and Hughes are also out.
Interesting trends for betting
- Vancouver converted 24% of its power play attempts.
The team consistently punishes opponents for breaking the rules.
- On average, the "killer whales" make 26 shots per match
The Canucks' offensive line has been less active this season, which hasn't allowed them to compensate for their defensive lapses.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Vancouver
Vancouver has opened the scoring in four of the five head-to-head games
2.00Goal in each period bet - yes
In four out of five head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.50Tip and bets
The teams already met just a few days ago, and then Seattle was able to achieve success, but snatched the victory in the final seconds of the match. Judging by that game, the Krakens looked a little better than their opponent, creating more dangerous moments in the Vancouver zone. And in general, the "killer whales" have not yet been able to recover from the slump, which Bylsma charges can take advantage of again. Indeed, the home team once again felt confident in their strength, so we suggest betting in their favor.
Our prediction is Seattle victory in the match at 1.77
Bet on total
The upcoming match promises to be quite productive. Both teams have had serious problems in defense throughout the regular championship and have been constantly missing a large number of goals. It is unlikely that anything will change in such a short period of time, so we are again betting on the total over.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.94
Bet on the outcome of the first period
Seattle, thanks to the home advantage, may well start to earn an advantage right from the start of the match, which is what we suggest betting on.
Prediction - Seattle win in the first period with a handicap of (0) for 1.74
