Dallas Stars Look to Strengthen Western Conference Standing in Showdown Against Kraken
The Seattle Kraken and Dallas Stars are set to face off in what promises to be an exciting game, with both teams looking to improve their standings in the Western Conference.
Game outlook
The Seattle Kraken and Dallas Stars are set to face off in what promises to be an exciting game, with both teams looking to improve their standings in the Western Conference. Currently, the Stars are in a much better position, with a 17-8-4 record and second-best record in the Central Division. The Kraken, with a 10-22 record, have only won two of their last ten games, and fallen to the bottom of their Division. Dallas is the betting favorite opening at -190 and the line hasn't moved, making them a solid pick in NHL betting.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Kraken +164 | Stars -190
Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-150) | Stars -1.5 (+130)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 66%.
Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken are having a difficult season, with their offense struggling to score (2.69 G/G) and defense failing to shut down opponents (allowing 3.16 G/G). For the offense, Oliver Bjorkstrand, Jaren McCann, and Eeli Tolvanen have combined for 32 goals and 33 assists but the rest of the offense has been ineffective. On the defensive side, Jamie Oleksiak and Adam Larsson have combined for a positive impact of 3.1 defensive point shares, while goaltender Joey Daccord has played well with a .908 save percentage and a 2.57 GAA. Overall, the Kraken's power ranking of 22 places them 28th in offense, 20th in defense, and a 10-14-8 overall record.