The second-round playoff matchup in the Stanley Cup between the Dallas Stars and the Winnipeg Jets will be held on May 11 at the American Airlines Center. The series is tied at 1-1. Dallas vs. Winnipeg: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Dallas Stars
Peter DeBoer's team suffered a shutout defeat in the last game against Winnipeg (0-4). In the previous match, Dallas put up a strong fight and matched their opponent in the number of blocked shots (21). Statistically, the team ranks among the top three in terms of goals conceded in the current championship (30 goals). Additionally, the club is second in penalty killing in the Stanley Cup playoffs (87.1%).
- Dallas has conceded at least three goals in 6 of their last 8 home games in the NHL during regular time.
- The club has failed to win after three periods in 6 of their last 8 home league matches (2 draws, 4 losses).
- No more than six goals have been scored in regular time in 8 of Dallas's last 10 NHL games.
Winnipeg Jets
Scott Arniel's team achieved a significant victory over Dallas in the last game (4-0). Forward Gabriel Vilardi scored the first goal. Statistically, the team ranks among the top three in terms of goals conceded in the current championship (30 goals). It's also worth noting that Winnipeg has one of the worst power-play percentages (19.4%).
- Winnipeg has conceded at least four goals in their last four away games in the NHL during regular time.
- The club has failed to win in 5 of their last 7 league matches after three periods (1 draw, 4 losses).
- At least six goals have been scored in regular time in 5 of the last 6 NHL games involving Winnipeg.
Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets: Match Prediction
In the previous game, the hosts of the upcoming match lost focus and conceded four goals from Winnipeg. In the forthcoming game, the club will avoid unnecessary risks and focus on defending their net. Dallas often doesn't chase high scoring: the team has scored no more than three goals in 7 of their last 10 NHL games during regular time. A similar pattern is observed in head-to-head matches with Winnipeg: the club has not scored more than three goals in the last seven league meetings during regular time.
The visitors of the upcoming game will aim to replicate their triumph, with Winnipeg's defense fully prepared for Dallas's sharp attacks. The team has not conceded more than three goals in 4 of their last 5 NHL games during regular time. Notably, Winnipeg has often successfully defended in away games against this opponent: the club has conceded no more than three goals in the last three head-to-head meetings at Dallas's venue during regular time.
Dallas will play cautiously to avoid losing a victory due to unnecessary risks, as in the previous game. My prediction: Individual total under 3.5 goals for Dallas
