Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the NHL regular season match.
The Winnipeg Jets are the only team that remains unbeaten in the league, boasting six consecutive victories. Now, they face a challenging road trip to the Seattle Krake, where the hosts have proven capable of giving opponents a tough time on home ice.
Seattle Kraken
In their last game, the Kraken lost at home to the Colorado Avalanche (2:3), breaking a three-game winning streak. It's worth noting that four of their seven games this season have been low-scoring (hitting total under 5.5), with the team averaging 3.4 goals scored and conceding just under three per game. However, most opponents haven't displayed exemplary defensive play, with the Dallas Stars being the exception, comfortably defeating the Kraken (2:0) on their home ice.
Winnipeg Jets
The Winnipeg Jets have benefited from a favourable schedule to start the season, with their toughest competition being the ageing Pittsburgh Penguins and St. Louis Blues. Currently, the Jets boast the league’s most reliable defence, allowing an average of just 1.6 goals per game. It's noteworthy that three of their six games this season have been low-scoring affairs, with two of them ending regulation tied at 1:1.
Seattle Kraken vs Winnipeg Jets Prediction
In Seattle, the teams have faced off four times, with each encounter featuring a maximum of five goals. We anticipate this trend to continue. The visitors excel at controlling the tempo and reducing scoring opportunities, and the hosts are also fairly solid defensively. There's really no other option but to bet on a total under 5.5.
