Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars 5/4/23 – After an exciting first matchup between Seattle Kraken and Dallas Stars in Game 1, Game 2 will continue with both sides ready for an equally captivating second game of their second round series. The Kraken pulled off an amazing win in Game 1 after taking it 5-4 in overtime. The Stars forced overtime with two goals scored during the third period, forcing overtime, but fell apart in overtime to drop into an early 1-0 series deficit. The Kraken are looking to take an early lead in this series while the Stars look to strike back on home ice and even up the scoreline according to the NHL betting forums.
Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars
Date & Time: Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 9:30 PM ET
Location: American Airlines Center Dallas, TX
TV: TNT
Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars 5/4/23 Betting Odds
Kraken
Moneyline: +178
Puckline: +1.5 (-160)
Total: 5.5 over (+109)
Stars
Moneyline: -198
Puckline: -1.5 (+140)
Total: 5.5 under (-120)
Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars Analysis
The Seattle Kraken may have scored only 18 goals during their First Round campaign, but their offensive efforts made an impressionable statement with five scores scored in overtime of Game 1. Jordan Eberle, Matthew Beniers, and Oliver Bjorkstrand have combined for six goals and six assists thus far in the playoffs, and scored two goals and two assists respectively during Game 1. However, other members of the offense also stepped up. Yanni Gourde, Morgan Geekie and Jaden Schwartz each scored two goals and an assist, while Vince Dunn, Justin Schultz and Jamie Oleksiak provided one goal and two assists from the point to ignite an offensive spark. Defense, which only allowed 19 goals during the First Round, fell apart in Game 1, giving up four goals and becoming vulnerable. Dunn, Schultz and Oleksiak led the top two pairings but their teammates struggled, allowing the Stars to generate scoring chances with ease. Goaltender Philipp Grubauer had difficulty in Game 1, allowing four goals on 35 shots.
The Stars trailed two goals going into the third period but their offense, which netted 21 goals during this round alone, came roaring back – scoring four times, including two in the closing minutes of Game 1. Joe Pavelski had four goals in Game 1 to lead the offense and his teammates responded accordingly. Max Domi, Jamie Benn and Mason Marchment combined for 11 assists and four goals during this contest; defensemen Jani Hakanpaa and Miro Heiskanen provided two additional assists from behind the blueline to open up offense further. Defense proved its weakness as they conceded five goals during this loss, including four in the opening period alone. Heiskanen, Hakanpaa and Esa Lindell led the top two pairings but the rest of their offense struggled, giving the Kraken the advantage in terms of opening shots on net. Jake Oettinger also struggled in Game 1, allowing five goals on 44 shots and conceding five goals himself.
Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars Against the Spread
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Seattle’s last 11 games. Seattle are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Seattle’s last 7 games on the road. The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Seattle’s last 10 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference. Seattle are 9-3 SU in their last 12 games against an opponent in the Central Division division. Seattle are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games when playing as the underdog.
Dallas are 10-3 SU in their last 13 games. The total has gone OVER in 4 of Dallas’ last 5 games against Seattle. Dallas are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games at home. Dallas are 8-3 SU in their last 11 games against an opponent in the Western Conference conference. The total has gone OVER in 8 of Dallas’ last 11 games against an opponent in the Pacific Division division. The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Dallas’ last 10 games played on a Thursday.
Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars Free Pick
The Stars defense has proven itself more capable than it appeared during their first game and will rise up in this one. The Kraken offense will struggle to find any success here and that could prove to be decisive in their favor. The Stars will be winning Game 2 and cover the puck line on their home ice according to the NHL betting predictions.
Free Pick: Dallas Stars -1.5 (+140)
