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NHL Best Bets for Friday Night
This Friday brings a thrilling slate of NHL matchups, offering exciting betting opportunities across several high-stakes games. Whether it’s the Original Six clash between the Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs, the Pacific Division battle featuring the Vegas Golden Knights and Seattle Kraken, or the showdown between low-scoring teams like the Minnesota Wild and Anaheim Ducks, we have the best picks to guide your betting decisions.
Minnesota Wild vs Anaheim Ducks
The Minnesota Wild and Anaheim Ducks both bring low-scoring tendencies into this matchup, making the under a compelling choice. Minnesota has seen a recent uptick in scoring but lacks the underlying metrics to sustain it, with just 6.7 high-danger chances per game on average over their past six outings. Anaheim, on the other hand, is struggling offensively, averaging only 1.93 expected goals per game at five-on-five. Both teams are poised for regression, suggesting a low-scoring affair at the Honda Center.
Best Bet: Under 6.5 -138
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Detroit Red Wings vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs fans have reason to be optimistic as their team faces off against the Detroit Red Wings. Toronto has been dominant in recent games, with a 60.0% expected goals-for rating, improving their season average to 53.2%. Known for their powerful offense, the Maple Leafs’ defense has become a crucial part of their recent success, consistently limiting opponents to few high-danger chances. Detroit, meanwhile, has struggled offensively, with limited scoring opportunities. The Red Wings have been held to five or fewer high-danger chances in four of their last five games, making it challenging to break through Toronto’s solid defense. If you are in Detroit and going against our grain to back the Wings, make sure you check into the best in-state sportsbook promos available first.
Best Bet: Maple Leafs Moneyline -178
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Vegas Golden Knights vs Seattle Kraken
In a matchup between the NHL’s two newest franchises, the Vegas Golden Knights are looking to continue their upward trend against a struggling Seattle Kraken squad. Seattle has been underwhelming, with a 45.6% expected goals-for rating, ranking among the league’s lowest. Vegas has shown improvement, posting a 55.5% expected goals-for rating over their past four games. Despite falling short on the scoreboard, the Knights’ underlying metrics indicate they’re on the verge of better results.
Best Bet: Golden Knights Moneyline -132
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