The Dallas Stars will head to Anaheim to take on the Ducks in this Western Conference matchup. The puck drop for this game is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. eastern from the Honda Center.
The Stars are coming off a 2-3 loss last night, which ended their four-game winning streak. The Ducks have lost back-to-back games coming into tonight and five of their last six.
Before making any Stars vs Ducks betting picks, let’s take a look at the NHL odds and the NHL player stats for each of these NHL teams.
Dallas Stars vs. Anaheim Ducks Odds
Stars vs. Ducks Information
Dallas Stars vs Anaheim Ducks
Location of the game: Anaheim, California, Honda Center
Time: Wednesday January 4th, 2023, 10:00 p.m. ET
How to Watch: NHLPP | ESPN+
Dallas Stars Performance Recap and Analysis
The Dallas Stars have solidified themselves as one of the best NHL teams in the league, leading the NHL Central division in the NHL standings. They have been playing consistent hockey so far this season, which is something they have struggled with in years past.
The Stars have been one of the best offenses in the league, averaging 3.56 goals per game, which is fourth in the league. In their last five games, the Stars have averaged 3.6 goals per game.
Dallas is just as great with their defense and goaltending. As a team, the Stars are giving up, on average, 2.69 goals per game. In their last five games, the Stars have given up 2.0 goals per game on average.
Jason Robertson has been their best offensive player this season. He is currently leading the team with 55 total points. He has scored 26 goals and assisted 29 others.
Another player to watch for from Dallas is Roope Hintz. He has a six-game point streak heading into tonight’s contest.
Key Injuries
One of the keys to their success has been their ability to stay healthy. The Stars do not have anyone on their NHL injury report who has recorded more than five points.
Betting Trends to Know
If a bettor had taken the Stars’ moneyline for their last ten games, the bettor would have won their bet seven times. If the bettor had bet on the under in those ten games, they would have won their bet six times.
The Stars have been solid on the road, coming into tonight’s game with a 12-6-3 record. In their last five away games, the Stars are 3-1-1.
Anaheim Ducks Performance Recap and Analysis
The Anaheim Ducks are off to another brutal start. It is looking like this will be the fifth season in a row where the Ducks do not make the playoffs.
Offensively, the Ducks are the second-worst team in hockey, averaging 2.24 goals per game. The Ducks have averaged 1.8 goals per game in their last five games.
Anaheim is the worst team in hockey in terms of defense and goaltending, giving up 4.11 goals per game. The Ducks have given up 3.8 goals per game in their last five games on average.
Troy Terry is leading the team in total points with 31 points. He has scored 12 goals and assisted 19 others. Terry has gone cold as of late, recording just four points in their last ten games.
Key Injuries
The Ducks also do not have a lot of their top players listed on their injury report. While they have a couple more skaters on their list, none have had a positive impact this season.
Betting Trends to Know
If a bettor had placed a bet on the Ducks’ moneyline for their last ten games, the bettor would have won their bet three times. If the bettor had placed their bet on the under for total goals, the bettor would have won their bet six times.
The Ducks have been brutal at home this season, coming in with a record of 6-10-1. In their last five home games, the Ducks have a record of 1-3-1. This will be their sixth home game in a row on their NHL schedule.
Dallas Stars vs. Anaheim Ducks Odds
The Stars are the heavy moneyline favorite, with odds at -200. The Anaheim Ducks’ odds of winning the game outright are at +170.
The puck line spread has the Stars at -1.5 with odds at +130. The Ducks’ puck line spread is at +1.5, with odds at -150.
The goal total for this game is set at six goals. The odds for the over are at -120, with the under at even money.
Dallas Stars vs. Anaheim Ducks Betting Picks
While these may not be NHL expert picks, these Stars vs Ducks betting pick betting picks seem pretty simple. This is a Dallas Stars game they must win.
The Stars are one of the easiest NHL picks in terms of the moneyline. They are the better team and should walk away with an easy victory.
The best money/odds can be found on the puck line spread when making Stars vs Ducks betting picks. The Stars being +130 at -1.5, should be the pick.
This game should go under six total goals. Expect the Stars to score three or four goals and the Ducks to maybe get a single goal.
Dallas Stars vs. Anaheim Ducks Score Prediction
Score Prediction: 4-1 Stars
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