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Chicago vs. Washington: NHL Match Prediction
Chicago returned to the home arena after an away series, where they began to please fans with successful results. On December 18, the Blackhawks will host the current leader of the Eastern Conference, Washington. Our experts will tell you about the latest matches of the clubs, and will also help you decide on the most relevant bets
Command Analysis
Chicago Blackhawks
USACurrent form
Chicago completed a three-game road series that started off very well. In the first game, the team faced the clear favorite Rangers and was able to take advantage of their not-so-great form, winning in regulation time (2:1). Goalie Soderblom made a big contribution to the success, reflecting 96% of the shots. However, the Hawks were unable to consolidate the result. On the road, the Islanders had serious problems in defense, and they were unable to rehabilitate themselves with the help of the attacking line, which led to a 4:5 defeat. Then the team met New Jersey and this time they were unable to put up a decent fight, losing by three goals (1:4).
Returning to their home arena, the club was still able to rehabilitate themselves before the fans, taking revenge on the Islanders and winning confidently with a score of 5:3. Few could have expected such a productive attack from Chicago, as the club had problems with this throughout the season. The most points were earned by forward Teräväinen, who scored a goal and gave two assists. Thanks to the points earned, the team was able to rise from the last line in the Western Conference table.
Disqualifications and injuries
Chicago has serious problems with its roster. Four players are in the infirmary: Brossoit, Jones, Martinez and Mrazek. Smith, Martinez and Folnio are also questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- Chicago averages 2.4 goals per game
The team continues to show very weak attacking play and is one of the worst in the league in this regard.
- The Blackhawks are averaging 7.3 penalty minutes per game.
But the "hawks" are distinguished by good discipline and rarely break the rules.
Washington Capitals
USACurrent form
Washington still had its winning streak, which had reached four games, cut short. The team played away to Dallas, where, unfortunately for the fans, it was unable to demonstrate its powerful attacking potential, scoring only one goal, and it was not possible to compensate for the low efficiency with the help of the defensive line, which together led to a 1:3 defeat. Goalie Lindgren also did not perform well, reflecting only 87% of the shots. Before this, the team had shown excellent play on the road, where it won a confident victory over Montreal (4:2), and also snatched a victory from a more serious opponent in the person of Columbus (2:1 OT).
It is hard to believe that the lost points will have a significant impact on the club overall condition. The Capitals have been in excellent shape for a long time and have beaten almost any competitors on their way. Even the injury of one of the team leaders, Ovechkin, who broke his leg and is not expected to return to action anytime soon, did not affect the results. Thanks to the huge number of points scored, Carbery charges continue to be in first place in the Eastern Conference standings, with 44 points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Washington infirmary remains unchanged. The team continues to play without Oshie, T.J., Ovechkin, Milan and Baystrom.
Interesting trends for betting
- Washington averages four goals per game
The club continues to be one of the most productive in the league.
- On average, the Capitals receive nine penalty minutes per match
But the team often has problems with discipline, which leads to constant removals.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Washington
Washington has opened the scoring in four of the six head-to-head games
1.72Goal in each period bet - yes
In three of the four head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.50Tip and bets
Chicago is a clear underdog in the upcoming match, for which there are many reasons. Firstly, the team has had a hard time earning points throughout the regular season and even at home it rarely achieves the desired result. Secondly, the Hawks are facing one of the strongest clubs in the league, which is currently in top form and has a great desire to rehabilitate itself for the defeat by Dallas. We believe that Washington will not underestimate its competitor and will play at full strength, which will allow it to easily win in regular time, which is what we suggest betting on.
Our prediction is Washington win at 1.98
Bet on total
In the upcoming match, you shouldn't expect a lot of goals scored. Chicago has huge problems with scoring, and Washington has rarely shown its full attacking potential lately.
Forecast - total under six goals for 1.72
Bet on the outcome of the first period
Due to its significant superiority over its opponent, Washington will play first and will begin to create very serious pressure on the Hawks from the very first minutes of the match, which will allow it to earn an advantage at the end of the starting segment.
Prediction - Washington wins in the first period at 2.53
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