Anaheim Ducks (26-50-5) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (45-28-8)
April 18, 2024 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: Vegas Golden Knights -385 / Anaheim Ducks +285; Over/Under: +6
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In this article, we will formulate a Ducks vs Golden Knights prediction for this NHL showdown on Thursday, April 18th at T-Mobile Park.
Golden Knights Coming off Another Win
The Golden Knights are coming off another win in the last game against the Chicago Blackhawks. The Golden Knights gave up only one goal and that was enough for the victory. Michael Amaido scored a goal. The Golden Knights are averaging 3.24 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.95 goals per game. The offense is ranked 11th, while the defense is also ranked 11th. Jack Eichel has scored 30 goals and added 37 assists so far this season.
Ducks Have Lost Two Straight
The Ducks have had their issues this season and coming into this game they have lost two games in a row. In the last game against the Los Angeles Kings, the Ducks scored only one goal and that led to the defeat. The Ducks are averaging 2.46 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.61 goals per game. The offense is ranked 30th in the league, while the defense is ranked 30th. Frank Vatrano has scored 34 goals and added 23 assists so far this season. The Ducks’ offense overall just hasn’t been good enough, and they are going to need to find a way to get the offense going here. If the offense struggles, this is going to be a long game.
Vegas Golden Knights Team Facts
- The Golden Knights have won each of their last seven games at T-Mobile Arena against opponents on a losing streak.
- The home team has covered the puck line in each of the last nine games between the Ducks and Golden Knights.
- The Golden Knights have won the first period in each of their last eight games against the Ducks following a win.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Golden Knights’ last 11 home games against opponents on a losing streak.
Anaheim Ducks Team Facts
- The Ducks have lost 12 of their last 13 games at T-Mobile Arena.
- The Ducks have failed to cover the puck line in seven of their last eight games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in 26 of the Ducks’ last 28 games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Ducks have lost the second period in each of their last eight games following a road loss.
Golden Knights vs Ducks Prediction
The Ducks have lost two straight games, and it’s not going to get easier in this game. The Golden Knights defense is giving up only 2.95 goals per game, and they are going to step up in a big way in this game. The Ducks’ offense is going to really struggle and that will be the difference here as the Golden Knights are going to get the job done. Back the Golden Knights on the puck line.
