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Chicago vs. Carolina: NHL Match Prediction
Chicago will play at home again on January 21, where they will try to consolidate their success and win their second game in a row. This time, the team will face another clear favorite, Carolina. What bets should you choose? You will find the answer in our betting tip
Command Analysis
Chicago Blackhawks
USACurrent form
Chicago had not been able to achieve the desired result for a long time, and the losing streak reached four games and began away to Detroit, which was in excellent shape. The Hawks again had problems in defense, which the opponent took advantage of. As a result, the team suffered a defeat with a score of 3:5. Once again, goalie Mrazek did not show his best, reflecting only 84% of the shots. After that, the Blackhawks returned to their arena and met with Edmonton. At the beginning of the match, the team created serious problems for the opponent and earned a two-goal advantage, but it was not possible to maintain it, which led to another defeat (3:4). First-line forwards Mikheyev and Bedard did not show their best, and their effective actions were not enough for victory.
Then Chicago hosted Calgary and again showed a weak defense, suffering a 2:5 rout. Goalkeeper Mrazek reflected only 86% of the shots. The club was able to earn points only in the match with Nashville, where, thanks to the excellent play of goalkeeper Soderblom, it was possible to transfer the game to overtime. In extra time, the winner was also undecided, and in the shootout, the Hawks were less fortunate (2:3). Returning to the home arena, Sorensen charges should also have lost to the clear favorite in the person of Vegas, but to the great surprise of many, the team showed an excellent game in attack and was able to confidently cope with the Knights with a score of 5:3. The first star of the match was defenseman Jones, who gave two assists and also scored a puck. It is worth noting that these two points did not affect the position of the club in any way, and it continues to remain in the last line of the Western Conference table.
Disqualifications and injuries
All Chicago players are in action, with only Smith and Murphy remaining questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- Chicago averages 2.55 goals per game.
The Hawks continue to demonstrate weak play in attack, which does not allow them to compensate for constant mistakes in defense.
- On average, the club takes 25 shots per match
The low attacking performance is primarily due to a very inactive game.
Carolina Hurricanes
USACurrent form
Carolina completed its three-game home series, which started off quite successfully. In the first game, the team met Toronto and took advantage of almost all of its chances, defeating an opponent of its level with a score of 6:3. The attack line showed an excellent game, and in particular, it is worth praising forward Staal, who scored a hat trick. Goalie Kochetkov also played well, not allowing the Maple Leafs to cling to a comeback. Then the team hosted Vancouver, which is in terrible shape. This time, the Hurricanes did not allow their opponent to score at all, winning dry (2:0). What is especially noteworthy is that the opponent made only 14 shots on the hosts' goal in three periods. Fans expected a third victory in a row, since the Hurricanes faced weak Anaheim, but it seems the club clearly underestimated its competitor, which led to an unexpected defeat in overtime (2:3). Moreover, Brind'Amour charges should have been losing in regulation time, but they tied the score just a minute before the final whistle.
It seems that the disappointing defeat in the match with the Ducks affected the team morale, as it then went to visit Buffalo, where it suffered another defeat from a clear underdog with a difference of two goals (2:4). Goalkeeper Tokarski was not reliable enough, reflecting only 86% of the shots. The attacking line stubbornly tried to correct the situation and created a huge number of dangerous moments in the Sabres zone, but the puck stubbornly refused to fly into the goal. Carolina was able to rehabilitate itself in front of the fans in a duel with a much more serious opponent, in the person of Vegas, snatching a victory in regular time (3:2). This time, Jarvis distinguished himself, scoring twice. Thanks to stable results, the club confidently occupies the fourth line in the Eastern Conference table, having 57 points, although the gap from the leader is 10 points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Fast and Jost are in the infirmary at Carolina. Carriere is also in question.
Interesting trends for betting
- Carolina averages 3.3 goals per game
The Hurricanes are distinguished by their excellent attacking play and consistently delight fans with high scoring results.
- On average, the club receives 6.9 penalty minutes per match.
It is also worth noting that the Hurricanes show excellent discipline and are rarely sent off.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Carolina
In three of the four head-to-head games, Carolina opened the scoring
1.55Goal in each period bet - yes
In four of the six head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period.
1.46Tip and bets
Carolina is a clear favorite in the upcoming match, for which there are many reasons. Firstly, the team is in great shape and was able to quickly recover from a small slump. Secondly, the Hurricanes are superior to Chicago in all respects, which they have been proving for several seasons in a row. It is difficult to say when the Hawks will come to their senses and start to consistently please fans with success, but so far there are no prerequisites for this. So we suggest betting on a confident victory for the guests.
Our prediction is Carolina victory with a handicap of (-1.5) goals at 1.89
Bet on total
Chicago continues to have huge problems in defense and often allows its opponents to show their attacking potential to the fullest. Carolina, in turn, is one of the most productive clubs in the league, so as a second bet we choose total over.
Betting Tip - total over 5.5 goals for 1.75
Bet on the outcome of the first period
In the first period, Carolina has an excellent chance to earn an advantage already at the end of the starting segment, since from the very beginning of the match it will begin to create serious pressure on Chicago due to its significant superiority.
Prediction - Carolina wins in the first period for 2.13
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