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Florida Panthers Favored Over Seattle Kraken in Tuesday Matchup, Betting Line Holds at -180

The Florida Panthers will be facing the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday, December 10 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA. This will mark the first matchup between the two teams this season. Last season, they split a two-game set, each winning on their home ice. Florida is currently favored at -180 on the moneyline with a total of 6.0 goals. Despite opening at -175, the betting line has not moved. Let's further analyze this Panthers vs. Kraken prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Panthers -175 | Kraken +150
• Spread: Panthers -1.5 (+147) | Kraken +1.5 (-171)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Florida will win straight-up is 64%.

Florida vs Seattle Stats

Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers have been on a successful streak, winning five out of their last six games. After a recent 3-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks, the Panthers are now 17-9-2 for the season. Their offense ranks 3rd in the league, scoring an average of 3.79 goals per game, while their defense ranks 26th, allowing an average of 3.25 goals against per game. Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky has been impressive with 28 saves in the latest game, bringing his season record to 12-5-1. Matthew Tkachuk has been a key player, increasing his season points tally to 30. For those interested in sports wagering, the Panthers present an enticing betting opportunity.

Seattle Kraken Analysis

The Seattle Kraken recently completed a successful road trip with a 3-1-0 record, including a comeback win against the New York Rangers. Oliver Bjorkstrand and Eeli Tolvanen led the team in scoring, while goaltender Philipp Grubauer struggled in the game. Backup goalie Joey Daccord was unavailable due to illness. The team's stats for the season show they are performing decently both offensively and defensively. Looking ahead, the Kraken will need to continue their strong play and utilize top NHL cappers to maintain their success. Additionally, the team has a power ranking of 17 and have struggled offensively, ranking #20 in the league. In their past three matchups, the Florida Panthers have won two out of three games against Seattle.

Florida Panthers Dominate Offensively with Impressive Shot Counts and High Power-Play Percentage

The Florida Panthers are currently demonstrating exceptional offensive prowess, exemplified by their recent victory over the Sharks in which they took an impressive 52 shots. With a total of 31 goals scored in their last six games, the Panthers are proving to be a formidable force on the ice. In comparison to the Seattle Kraken, Florida boasts a significantly higher power-play percentage, ranking fourth in the league with a 26-for-93 record, while Seattle sits at 21st with a 16-for-88 performance. Given this statistical advantage, coupled with Florida's consistent goal differentials in recent games, I anticipate that the Panthers will secure a decisive victory against Seattle by surpassing the puckline.

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