An interesting match between New Jersey and Seattle will open another game day during the NHL season. The start of the game of these teams is scheduled for October 20 at 02:00 Moscow time. Our portal has prepared its forecast for this confrontation for you.
New Jersey Devils
As usual, the Devils did not get into the playoffs last year. The team continues to believe in the progress of its youth, which is noticeably gaining momentum. Also, several interesting players were selected at the draft, who will help the team fight for titles in the future. The main task for the season for the Devils will again be to play the roster, although the Devils started the season with a 4-3 home victory over Chicago.
"Seattle Kraken"
The team was strengthened by several impressive surnames, among which Grubauer and Giordano stand out, whose transition shocked all fans of the league. In general, the Kraken had a strong squad, which was also shown by the opening games of the championship, where Seattle looked competitive in every game and even managed to beat Nashville on the road, but this is the only victory in four matches so far.
Injuries and disqualifications:
- Injuries:
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New Jersey - Wood (upper body injury), Smith (upper body injury), Severson (lower body injury).
Seattle - Gurd (shoulder injury), Jarnkrock (illness), Johansson (upper body injury), Blackwell (upper body injury).
Statistics and figures
- The teams have never met in official matches.
- New Jersey has a good streak of four consecutive wins at home.
- Seattle has won just twice in its last five matches.
Forecast
It is difficult to single out a favorite in this match, because both teams show unstable hockey. Seattle is still unable to find its game and is suffering from a large number of injuries. The Devils were able to have a high-quality pre-season and are now in good shape, which can allow a young team to win.