Thursday’s NHL action includes the Vegas Golden Knights (45-28-8) hosting the Anaheim Ducks (26-50-5) at T-Mobile Arena. The Ducks are big underdogs (+295 on the moneyline) against the Golden Knights (-375) ahead of the game, which begins at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN+, BSSC, BSSD, and SCRIPPS.
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Golden Knights vs. Ducks Game Info & Odds
- When: Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+, BSSC, BSSD, and SCRIPPS
- Where: T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada
- TV Channel: ESPN+, BSSC, BSSD, and SCRIPPS
- Favorite: Golden Knights (-375)
- Underdog: Ducks (+295)
- Over/under: 6
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Golden Knights and Ducks Betting Trends
- In 44 of 80 matches this season, Vegas and its opponent have combined for more than 6 goals.
- Anaheim has played 46 games this season with over 6 goals.
- The two teams combine to score 5.7 goals per game, 0.3 fewer than this game’s total.
- Opponents of these teams average 6.6 goals per game combined, 0.6 more than this game’sgame’s over/under.
- The Golden Knights have won 56.0% of their games this season when favored on the moneyline (28-22).
- The Ducks have been an underdog in 71 games this season, and won 21 (29.6%).
Golden Knights Stats & Insights
- The Golden Knights offense’s 262 total goals (3.2 per game) rank 14th in the league.
- On defense, the Golden Knights have conceded 239 goals (3.0 per game) to rank 11th in NHL action.
- Their goal differential (+23) ranks them 12th in the NHL.
- The Golden Knights have a 10.4% shooting percentage as a squad, ranking 12th in the league.
- The Golden Knights have shut out opponents three times, averaging 21.5 hits and 18.4 blocked shots per game this season.
- Over the last 10 games, the Golden Knights have earned 75.0% of the possible points with a 6-3-1 record.
- They have averaged 3.8 goals per game (38 total) during that stretch.
- On the defensive side, the Golden Knights have allowed 31 goals (3.1 per game) in those 10 matchups.
Ducks Stats & Insights
- The Ducks have the NHL’s 30th-ranked scoring offense (199 total goals, 2.5 per game).
- The Ducks’ 292 total goals allowed (3.6 per game) rank 30th in the league.
- They have a -93 goal differential, which ranks 30th in the league.
- The 9.2% shooting percentage the Ducks have compiled ranks 28th in the league.
- The Ducks have shut out their opponent once this season.
- In their past 10 matchups, the Ducks have gone 2-7-1 to earn 55.0% of the possible points.
- They have averaged 2.3 goals per game (23 total) during that span.
- Over on the defensive side, the Ducks have given up 38 goals (3.8 per game) over those 10 outings.
Golden Knights Key Players to Watch
- Jonathan Marchessault has been vital to Vegas this season, with 69 points in 81 games.
- Through 62 games, Jack Eichel has 30 goals and 37 assists.
- Logan Thompson (25-14-5) has a 2.7 goals against average and a .909 save percentage (23rd in the league).
Golden Knights Player Props
- Jonathan Marchessault Points Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: -175, Under Odds: +135)
- Jonathan Marchessault Assists Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: +160, Under Odds: -210)
- Jack Eichel Points Prop: 1.50 (Over Odds: +150, Under Odds: -195)
- Jack Eichel Assists Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: -130, Under Odds: +100)
- William Karlsson Points Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: -145, Under Odds: +114)
- William Karlsson Assists Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: +140, Under Odds: -180)
Ducks Key Players to Watch
- Frank Vatrano’s 34 goals and 23 assists in 81 matchups give him 57 points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
- Troy Terry is a key contributor for Anaheim, with 54 total points this season. He has scored 20 goals and provided 34 assists in 75 contests.
- John Gibson has a record of 13-27-2 in 46 games this season, conceding 151 goals (3.5 goals against average) with 1190 saves and an .887 save percentage, 65th in the league.
Ducks Player Props
- Alex Killorn Points Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: -110)
- Alex Killorn Assists Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: +190)
- Troy Terry Points Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: -130)
- Troy Terry Assists Prop: 0.50 (Over Odds: +145)
Golden Knights vs. Ducks Injuries
- Golden Knights: Mark Stone: Upper Body (Out), Alex Pietrangelo: Illness (Questionable), William Carrier: Upper Body (Out)
- Ducks: Brock McGinn: Back (Out), Max Jones: Upper-Body (Out), Pavel Mintyukov: Lower Body (Questionable), Mason McTavish: Lower Body (Questionable)
Golden Knights vs. Ducks Prediction
- Puck Line Pick:
Golden Knights (-1.5)
- Pick OU:
Over (6)
- Score Prediction:
Golden Knights 5 – Ducks 2
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