Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the NHL match.
Dallas Stars
The team from Texas hasn't won in regulation for 4 games, losing 3 of them. In the last 4 games, the American club has conceded at least 4 goals each time, but overall, it's having a decent season. In the Western Conference standings, Dallas occupy the 6th place, and in terms of points lost, it's even in 5th place. However, in terms of points earned at home, it's only in 10th place. The average total in games involving the Dallas Stars is 6.3, surpassed by only 3 teams in the conference. The top scorer for the team is American experienced player Joe Pavelski, with 25 points, ranking 40th among all league players. Dallas defender Miro Heiskanen ranks 6th in the NHL in average time on ice per game.
Detroit Red Wings
The team from the Motor City plays very inconsistently—first, it can defeat a league favorite, and then lose to one of the main underdogs. Currently, the club has suffered 2 consecutive defeats, but looking from another perspective and extending the streak, they earned points in 7 out of the last 9 matches. More than 6 goals were scored in 3 out of the last 4 games for Detroit, and the average total in games with their participation is 6.7, which is the 2nd highest in the conference and 3rd in the entire league. In the Eastern Conference, the team is in 5th place, and in terms of goals scored, Detroit is the best in the East. American forwards Alex DeBrincat and Dylan Larkin have each scored 25 points and are the team's top scorers. However, Larkin is likely to miss this game—he did not finish the last match due to an injury, after which he lost consciousness.
Dallas Stars – Detroit Red Wings predictions
For me, Dallas is the clear favorite in this meeting. Their roster is at least as strong, and if we consider the defensive line and the goalkeeper, then the hosts are definitely more reliable. In addition, the advantage of home ice is on Dallas's side, and they have a better injury situation. Dallas has won the last 5 head-to-head meetings (3 times in overtime).
