As the Dallas Stars prepare to play the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series at home, the heat is on. The Stars, who have the best record in the NHL this season (52-21-9), are now down 0-1 following a close game in Vegas.
Will the Golden Knights seize control of the series, or will they be able to recover in front of their home crowd?
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Disintegration: A lone star retaliates
Date: April 24, 2024, Wednesday
Location: Texas’s Dallas
Location: Center for American Airlines
Time: 7:30 p.m. Central Time
Weather: Dallas typically experiences moderate weather in April, with highs in the mid-80s and lows in the mid-50s.
Where to See It: Bally Sports Southwest and ESPN
The Stars and Golden Knights are playing game two of their first-round playoff series. Game one was won 4-3 by the Golden Knights.
The season series has historically been tied, with two wins apiece for each team. The Golden Knights are a more seasoned team with a winning record than the Stars, who have the greatest offensive unit in the NHL. Both teams demonstrated their overall strength by winning their respective categories.
Our Selections: Stars Shine for the Event
The Stars have the home-ice advantage and a strong offensive base to lean on after losing Game 1. Mark Stone will be missed in Vegas, and the Stars’ top line is playing at a high level.
Dallas Stars ATS: This season, the Dallas Stars’ ATS performance has been inconsistent. Although they have an impressive 52-21-7-2 record overall, covering the puck line has proven more difficult (36-46-0).
They have a poor track record while favorites at home, going 13–25 ATS. They have a 32-42 ATS record, showing improvement after setbacks.
Even though they are favorites, the Stars could be a riskier wager because they have some ability to recover from losses. When predicting the ATS for the Stars’ next game, take into account both the strength of their opponent and their recent performance.
Vegas Golden Knights ATS: With a 43-39-1 record at the end of the season, the Vegas Golden Knights have demonstrated promise Against the Spread (ATS). Their record away from home is a strong 22-18-1. They have a very impressive record of 23-14-0 when playing as underdogs.
Because of this, the Golden Knights could be a wise value wager, particularly if they aren’t the favorites. For a more accurate ATS forecast, it’s crucial to take into account both their opponent’s strength and their recent performance.