Anaheim Ducks vs Dallas Stars 2/6/2023 Best Picks, Tips and Game Analysis
The Anaheim Ducks will go against the Dallas Stars in NHL action in American Airlines Center, TX, on Monday, February 6, 2023, at 8:30 PM ET. The Ducks’ attack is having a terrible season, scoring only 2.44 goals per game. The top line of Troy Terry and Trevor Zegras struggled offensively, but they combined for 31 goals and 53 assists. Opposing defenses can shut down the helpless offense because only four skaters have 11 or more goals.
Although the offense had trouble, the Ducks’ defense fell short, giving up 4.06 goals per game. The defensive point shares of Cam Fowler and Dmitry Kulikov totaled 3.5, while the rest of the team failed, permitting opponents to consistently find open attempts on goal. Goaltender John Gibson also had trouble, recording a.898 save percentage, a 3.96 goals-against average on 1216 shots, and an above-average -9.2 goals saved.
- The total went OVER in 10 of Anaheim’s last 11 matches.
- The Anaheim Ducks are 4-1 SU in their last 5 matches.
- The Anaheim Ducks are 1-6 SU in their last 7 matches against Dallas.
Anaheim Ducks vs Dallas Stars 2/6/2023 Best Picks, Tips and Game Analysis
The Dallas Stars are having a fantastic season with their attack moving up and scoring 3.37 goals per game. The top two lines, Jason Robertson, Roope Hintz, and Joe Pavelski, combined for 67 goals and 93 assists, but the rest of the offense also performed admirably. Defenseman Miro Heiskanen contributed seven goals and 33 assists from the point to help open up the scoring, bringing the team’s total offensive production from Jamie Benn, Wyatt Johnston, and Tyler Seguin to 46 goals and 54 assists.
The Stars’ attack was fantastic, but their defense kept them in the game, surrendering only 2.57 goals per game and just nine goals over their last five games. The Stars feature two excellent defensive partnerships in Esa Lindell and Miro Heiskanen, who collaborated for 7.3 defensive point shares and 156 blocked shots, and Jani Hakanpaa and Colin Miller, who have 6.5 defensive point shares. Goaltender Jake Oettinger also performed admirably, posting a 2.26 goals-against average on 1082 shots with 19.2 more goals saved than usual and a.923 save percentage.
- The total went UNDER in 5 of Dallas’ last 5 matches.
- The Dallas Stars are 3-6 SU in their last 9 matches.
- The total went UNDER in 6 of Dallas’ last 7 matches against Anaheim.
Anaheim Ducks vs Dallas Stars. The NHL pick for this game is the Dallas Stars. The Stars appear to be one of the strongest teams in the Western Conference and should control this match from the opening stanza, despite the Ducks’ desire to pull off an upset on the road. With Jason Robertson, Roope Hintz, and the rest of the forward group pushing the puck into the offensive zone and generating open shots with efficient puck movement, the Stars, who average 3.37 goals per game, should generate plenty of scoring opportunities. With Miro Heiskanen, Esa Lindell, and the rest of the forward unit forcing turnovers in the defensive zone and limiting shots on goal, the Stars, who only permit 2.57 goals per game, should be able to contain the Ducks’ offense and give goaltender Jake Oettinger plenty of opportunities to make crucial saves. The Stars should triumph and cover the odds in a commanding victory on their home field. The Dallas Stars will win to a predicted score of
NHL Starting Time: 8:30 PM (EDT)
Location: American Airlines Center, TX
Date: Monday, February 6, 2023
TV: BSWX
NHL Odds: Anaheim Ducks +316
NHL Totals: 6
