Seattle vs. Florida: NHL Match Prediction
Seattle will return to their home arena on December 11 after an away series and will try to continue earning points consistently. This time the team will face a very serious opponent, Florida, which is in optimal shape. Will the Krakens be able to cling to victory? We suggest you read the forecast and bets below

Command Analysis

Seattle Kraken

Current form
Seattle has completed a four-game road series in which it showed its best side. The series of away games began away to the clear favorite Carolina, where it managed to confidently win with a score of 4:2. The entire first line showed excellent play, and in total the players managed to score seven effective actions. The defensive line also distinguished itself, allowing the Hurricanes to make only 19 shots in three periods. It was possible to consolidate the success in the match with the Islanders, defeating the Islanders with a difference of three goals (5:2). This time, defensemen Lars and Dunn showed themselves, scoring one goal between them and giving three assists.
It seemed that the same fate awaited New Jersey, but this time they failed to show the same effective game in attack, which led to a defeat (2:3). The Krakens were able to rehabilitate themselves in front of the fans for the lost points in a match with a more powerful opponent, snatching victory from the Rangers in a difficult duel with a score of 7:5. This time, the most productive player was forward Bjorkstrand, who scored twice and also gave two assists. Indeed, the team has recently gained excellent form, due to which it was able to get closer to the playoff zone.
Disqualifications and injuries
Seattle infirmary remains unchanged, with the team continuing to play without Daccord and Eberle.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, the Krakens receive only 6.8 penalty minutes per game.
The team is distinguished by excellent discipline and is rarely sent off.
- Seattle converted just 15% of its power play attempts.
Despite good attacking performance, the team rarely takes advantage of opponents' penalties.

Florida Panthers

Current form
Florida has been in great shape for a long time and has been consistently earning points for six games. The team could have won every game, but it broke its streak of successful performances away to the obvious underdog Pittsburgh, suffering an unfortunate defeat in overtime (4:5). What is especially noteworthy is that the Panthers made almost three times more shots at the opponent goal, but still did not achieve the desired result. Goalkeeper Knight also did not show his best, reflecting only 68% of the shots.
It is worth noting, however, that the disappointing defeat did not affect the team morally, and in the next game they won a confident victory over Philadelphia with a score of 7:5. Forward Tkachuk showed a great game, scoring a goal and also giving four assists. But goalie Knight again failed to cope with his main task, which almost led to another failure. Returning to their home arena, the Panthers fought a less dangerous opponent, San Jose, winning another victory with a difference of more than one goal (3:1).
Disqualifications and injuries
Florida continues to play in full force. All players are in action.
Interesting trends for betting
- Florida averages 3.81 goals per game
The Panthers have a great offensive game and remain one of the best in the league in this regard.
- The Panthers converted 28% of their power play attempts.
It is also worth noting the excellent implementation of the extra player on the court.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Seattle
Seattle has opened the scoring in three straight head-to-head games
2.12Goal 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
Seattle is a clear underdog in the upcoming match, for several reasons. Firstly, Florida is superior to its opponent in all respects and looks much better this season. Secondly, the Krakens have been hindered by home walls in recent times, as the club has only won one victory out of four possible at home. It is also impossible not to take into account the fact that goalkeeper Bobrovsky has returned to the Panthers, who has already shown his worth in the match against San Jose and is quite capable of dealing with another opponent. So we suggest not to take risks and bet on the favorite.
Our prediction is Florida to win at 1.98
Bet on total
In the upcoming match, we can expect a large number of goals scored. Both teams prefer open, attacking hockey throughout the regular championship, so as a second bet we choose total over.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.73
Bet on the outcome of the first period
In the first period, Florida, due to its superiority over its opponent, will create serious pressure on Seattle, which will allow the visitors to earn an early advantage.
Prediction - Florida wins in the first period with a handicap of (0) for 1.63