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Columbus vs. Detroit: NHL Match Prediction
On January 3, Columbus will play at home again, where they will face Detroit. The Red Wings have picked up a good pace and have started to earn points consistently, which can also be said about the Blue Jackets. Our experts, in turn, have prepared a forecast that will help you decide on your bets
Command Analysis
Columbus Blue Jackets
USACurrent form
Columbus gained impressive momentum and began to consistently score points. After a disappointing 4-5 overtime loss to Philadelphia, the players returned to their home arena, where they managed to rehabilitate themselves in front of the fans, winning a confident 5-4 victory in regulation time. The team first line demonstrated an outstanding game, scoring 11 points. In the next match on their home court, the Jackets met a serious opponent, Boston, and won a crushing victory (6-2). Defenseman Werenski especially distinguished himself, making four assists.
It seemed that after a successful home performance, the Blue Jackets would be able to continue their winning streak in the return match with the Bears. However, in this meeting, the team faced serious difficulties in attack, failing to either create or realize chances. As a result, Columbus suffered a crushing defeat with a score of 0:4. But having returned to the home arena, the club completely rehabilitated itself in front of the fans, snatching a victory from another favorite, Carolina (4:3 SO). Once again, the first line made a huge contribution to the victory. Thanks to the points scored, the team has already come closer to the playoff zone, and the gap from the eighth position has been reduced to two points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Columbus' infirmary remains unchanged. Gudbranson, Jenner and Chinakhov will definitely be out of the upcoming match. Danforth is also questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, Columbus concedes 3.6 goals per game.
The team continues to face serious difficulties on defense, allowing too many goals.
- The Blazers converted just 19% of their power play attempts.
In addition, the team does not always effectively use the removal of opponents.
Detroit Red Wings
USACurrent form
Detroit ended a four-game home series that didn't start off well. In the first game, the team faced St. Louis and failed to even score a goal, losing 4-0. Indeed, the attacking line looked very weak, and in just three periods, they managed to make 19 shots on the Blues' goal. In the next match with Toronto, there were also problems with scoring, but they were also accompanied by frequent lapses in defense, which ultimately led to a 2-5 rout. Goalie Talbot failed to cope with his main task, and had to be replaced at the beginning of the third period after five goals were missed.
The Red Wings managed to break the losing streak in the match with Washington, taking advantage of its not-so-great form and winning confidently (4:2). Finally, the attacking line began to show itself as it should and already created many dangerous moments in the opponent zone, which brought the desired result. In particular, it is worth praising forward DeBrincat, who scored twice. The Wings managed to consolidate their success in the match with Pittsburgh, also winning with a score of 4:2. It is difficult to single out any of the players, since many distinguished themselves with effective actions. It is time for Detroit to come to its senses and start earning points consistently, since the team is currently only in 14th place in the Eastern Conference standings.
Disqualifications and injuries
Detroit has no problems with its roster.
Interesting trends for betting
- Detroit averages 2.61 goals per game
The Red Wings have had serious problems with scoring throughout the regular season.
- On average, the Wings receive 6.8 penalty minutes per match
The club strong point remains good discipline, which allows it to remain at full strength throughout almost the entire match.
Trends
Goal in each period bet - yes
In five out of six head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.51Bet First Goal: Detroit
Detroit has opened the scoring in four of the six head-to-head games
1.93Tip and bets
It can be said that Detroit was a little unlucky to meet Columbus at this stage of the season. Indeed, the Blue Jackets have been on the decline for a long time, but now the team has gained excellent form and is consistently earning points even in matches with obvious favorites. The Red Wings have also recovered, but they have achieved success at home, and now they will have to play on the road, where the team rarely wins. So we suggest betting on the home team for excellent odds.
Our prediction is a Columbus victory in the match at 1.88
Bet on total
Also, in the upcoming match we should expect a large number of goals scored. Columbus prefers open, attacking hockey and is not distinguished by a reliable game in defense, which together makes the matches productive.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.67
Bet on the outcome of the first period
Columbus is quite capable of causing serious problems for Detroit in the first period. The Blue Jackets should take advantage of the home court and earn an advantage as the opening period ends.
Prediction - Columbus wins in the first period with a handicap of (0) for 1.81
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