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New Jersey vs Utah: NHL Match Prediction
On October 14 in the NHL, the New Jersey Devils will face off against the Utah Jazz. The Devils have had a strong start to the season and currently sit atop the standings, while Utah has also shown impressive form in their opening games. This matchup promises to be exciting and high-scoring, but what is the best bet to place on this clash? Find out in our prediction.
Command Analysis
New Jersey Devils
USACurrent Form
New Jersey leads the Eastern Conference standings with six points. The Devils are off to a strong start this season, recording three wins in four games. Their only setback was against Toronto where they lost 2-4, but they bounced back with a victory over Washington on the road with a score of 5-3. Sheldon Keefe's team is showing solid offensive capabilities, averaging three to four goals per game.
Notably, Stefan Noesen had an outstanding performance in the match against the Capitals, providing three assists. It's important to note that the Devils, like last season, aim for an open style of play, though their solid play has been bolstered by Jakob Markström's impressive goaltending. Overall, there haven’t been significant changes to New Jersey's approach, leaving some uncertainty about how long this form can be sustained.
Injuries and Suspensions
Hughes and Pess will miss the upcoming game due to injury.
Interesting Betting Trends
- New Jersey averages 29 shots on goal.
The Devils are consistently active in the offensive zone and spend considerable time attacking.
- The Devils typically commit no more than four penalties per game.
New Jersey plays a disciplined game, committing few penalties by NHL standards.
Utah Hockey Club
USACurrent Form
Utah has climbed to the top of the Western Conference, amassing six points without a defeat in the new season. The team appears to be riding a wave of euphoria, eager to prove the success of its new franchise. They recently secured victories against Chicago (5-2), Islanders (5-4 OT), and Rangers, winning 6-5 in overtime.
In all matches, Andre Tourigny's squad has demonstrated impressive offensive performance, averaging five goals per game. All lines actively contribute to the attack and regularly score points. However, Utah has struggled defensively, allowing many goals in return. With this style of play, maintaining consistent results will be challenging, as they won't always manage to net five goals. This defensive issue contributed to the team finishing near the bottom of the league last season, missing out on a playoff spot.
Injuries and Suspensions
Buugstad and Marino will miss the upcoming match.
Notable Betting Trends
- In their last three matches, Utah has conceded at least two goals.
Utah plays an open style, leading to a high number of goals against.
- On average, they allow 30 shots on their goal.
Tourigny's team often trails their opponents in shots on target.
Trends
Bet 1st Period: Total Over 1.5 Goals
In the last four matches involving the visitors, the first period was high-scoring
1.77Bet 3rd Period: Both Teams to Score
In four out of five games involving the home team, both sides scored in the third period
2.05Tip and bets
We believe that the New Jersey Devils will end the winning streak of the Utah team. Utah has had a bit of luck in recent matches, managing to avoid defeats. However, they've expended considerable energy in their last games, making it unlikely they can maintain that same pace against the Devils. In terms of performance, the Devils have been more consistent and their defensive play is significantly stronger than that of Utah. Therefore, we recommend placing a bet on the home team to secure the victory.
Prediction - New Jersey Devils win at 2.00
Bet on Individual Total
In their last two matches, Utah has conceded four or more goals. New Jersey relies heavily on its offense, featuring several skilled forwards. If Kief's team continues their current form, they are likely to breach the opponent's defense at least four times.
We’re betting on New Jersey's individual total to go over 3.5 goals at odds of 2.05
Bet on Overall Total
We expect to see at least seven goals scored in this matchup. Both teams enjoy playing an open style of hockey and lack a solid defensive line. All previous games involving Utah have featured seven or more goals, making it likely that they will maintain this trend in their next encounter.
We’ll take the total to go over 6.5 goals at odds of 2.20
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