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Chicago vs Islanders: prediction for the NHL fixture
The Blackhawks take on the Islanders in the NHL fixture on October 20. What to expect from this game? Our answer is in the prediction below.
Command Analysis
Chicago Blackhawks
USAThe Chicago Blackhawkslost all three games in the regular season so far.Chicagohad a decent chance at New Jersey, leveling the score 30 seconds before the final siren, but the Hawks conceded a goal in overtime (3:4). In the following games, Chicago continued their away series, paying visits to Colorado and Pittsburgh. In both games, the Blackhawks were outplayed - 2:4 and 2:5, respectively. Goaltender Fleury had a nightmare of a game against Pittsburgh and had to be replaced after conceding four goals in the first period.
New York Islanders
USAThe New York Islanders did not have a good start to the new NHL campaign, either. In the first match, they faced their bitter rivals from across the city, the Rangers. The Islanders lost the game in overtime (4:5). After that, the team went against Carolina and suffered a devastating defeat with a score of 3:6. The Islanders played their second away game at Florida, where they got crushed again (1:5). Goaltender Sorokin was unreliable and stopped only 82% of the shots.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - no
In 3 of the last 4 head-to-head games, the teams failed to score in each period.
СтавкаIslanders to score 1st
In the last 2 head-to-head games, the Islanders opened the scoring.
Tip and bets
The opponents haven't yet picked form and are currently showing average play. Chicago played most of their games away, where they looked poor, but now the Blackhawks are back at the home court. This should help them recover from the underwhelming start.
Our prediction - Chicago to win with a handicap (0)
Both sides are experiencing serious problems on the defensive, which is why there are always many goals scored in these clubs' matches. We suggest playing the total over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
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