NHL Betting: Anaheim Ducks at Chicago Blackhawks

Mar 05, 2008 | By Adam McLean | Picks Articles Archive

GAME: Anaheim Ducks (38-23-1-6) at Chicago Blackhawks (32-28-3-3)
DATE/TIME: Wednesday, March 05 - 8:30 PM EST
LINE: -155, +135 TOTAL: 5.5
PICK: Anaheim

The Ducks will be going for a franchise high seven straight wins tonight when they head to the Wind City to play the Chicago Blackhawks. SBG Global has the Ducks as 155-moneyline favorites over the Blackhawks who are listed as +135 underdogs. Get your NHL Bet in now!

The Ducks have averaged 3.20 GAG while on their six game win streak. Goaltender Jean Sebastian Giguere has won his last five starts and he’s posted 1.38 GAA. In his last 11 starts, Giguere is 9-1-1 with a 1.26 GAA and two shutouts. They are definitely ready for the playoffs. Overall, Anaheim is 12-0-1 SU with Chicago, including wins in all three matchups this season. The Ducks also have won six straight in Chicago since Nov. 2, 2003.

Chicago is looking to win its third consecutive game after beating Minnesota 4-2 on Tuesday following a 4-1 victory over Vancouver two nights earlier. They’ve averaged 3.20 GAG in their last five games and their power play has been successful in three straight games. The Blackhawks biggest problem is Goaltending and defense. They’ve allowed 3.20 GAG in their last five, but their penalty kill has allowed one goal in four games. Goalie Patrick Lalime has fit in well with starting goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin out with back spasms. The injury has forced Lalime into the lineup for the last six games, he has been impressive by winning the last two. He allowed three goals on 40 shots in the two victories after going 2-2-0 with a 4.57 GAA in the previous four contests. Get your NHL Bet in now!

Recent Trends to Consider:

Ducks are 6-0 in the last 6 meetings in Chicago.
Ducks are 27-8-3 in the last 38 meetings.
Ducks are 11-1 in their last 12 overall.
Ducks are 8-1 in their last 9 games as a road favorite of -151 to -200.
Blackhawks are 3-7 in their last 10 games as an underdog of +110 to +150.
Blackhawks are 19-50-3 in their last 72 vs. Pacific.

The Low Down: The Ducks are just too strong right now, both defensively and offensively. Not to mention their red hot goaltending. Get your NHL Bet in now! Recieve a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit.

NHL Betting: Anaheim Ducks at Chicago Blackhawks

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