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Dallas Stars Aim to Rebound Against Utah Hockey Club After Two Straight Losses: 2024-25 NHL Season Continues on December 23

The 2024-25 NHL season continues on Monday, December 23 with a 13-game slate, featuring the Dallas Stars facing off against the Utah Hockey Club at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, UT at 9:00 PM ET. This will be the Stars' second meeting with the Hockey Club this season, having previously won 2-1 at Delta Center on December 2. Dallas opens as the -140 road favorite with a total of 6.0 goals, with the current line at Dallas -155. Let's take a closer look at this Stars vs. Hockey Club prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Stars -155 | Jazz +138
• Spread: Stars -1.5 (+158) | Jazz +1.5 (-180)
• Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 61%.

Dallas vs Utah Stats

Dallas Stars

The Dallas Stars have faced some recent challenges, losing five of their last eight games, including a 3-1 defeat to the New York Rangers. Despite outshooting their opponents, the Stars were unable to secure a victory. Goaltender Jake Oettinger has been a consistent presence in the net for the team. Overall, the Stars have a strong defensive record, allowing only 2.59 goals per game, while also scoring an average of 3.16 goals per game. With a power ranking of 9, Dallas is ranked 11th in offense and 3rd in defense. They currently have a season record of 19-13. Be sure to capitalize on the best sports betting promotions available.

Utah Jazz Analysis

The Utah Hockey Club extended their winning streak to five games by edging out the Minnesota Wild 2-1 as a road underdog. Dylan Guenther scored two goals in the game, bringing his season tally to 16 goals and 16 assists. Goalie Karel Vejmelka made 28 saves and has a 2.29 GAA and a .918 save percentage this season. Backup goalie Jaxson Stauber has a 2-0-0 record with a 1.01 GAA and a .962 save percentage. Utah allows 2.81 goals per game and scores 3.00 goals per game. It is important to consult the best hockey handicappers for consistent wins. Additionally, the Utah Jazz has a power ranking of 8 and ranks #17 for offense and #12 for defense. They have a 16-11-5 overall record and Dallas has gone 0-3-0 in their last three matchups against Utah.

Stars Look to Rebound After Two Straight Losses in Anticipated Matchup With Utah Hockey Club

It is anticipated that the Stars will bounce back to their winning form, as they have not experienced three consecutive losses in the 2024-25 season. Dallas is recognized for their exceptional defensive skills and ranks fifth in the NHL for penalty-killing percentage. The team possesses a strong offensive lineup that can challenge the Hockey Club's defense. Utah may face fatigue from their recent game against the Ducks on Sunday, where Jaxson Stauber was set to play but Karel Vejmelka was the starting goaltender against Dallas. In the previous matchup against the Stars, Vejmelka allowed two goals on 21 shots leading to a 2-1 defeat. Despite being outshot 37-21, Casey DeSmith performed well in goal for Dallas. It is likely that DeSmith will start again, and the Stars are poised to approach this game with determination to avoid a third consecutive loss.

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