The next game day of the NHL season will continue with an interesting duel between New Jersey and Calgary. The start of the game of these teams is scheduled for October 27 at 02:00 Moscow time. Our portal has prepared its forecast for this confrontation for you.
New Jersey Devils
New Jersey continues to believe in the progress of its youth, which is noticeably gaining momentum and is already bringing the team a good result. Also, several interesting players were selected at the draft, who will help the team fight for titles in the future. The Devils started the championship quite successfully, gaining three wins in four meetings, losing only to the powerful Washington.
Calgary Flames
In the offseason, there was a major loss of the team, which remained a mental leader with the departure of Giordano. Many newcomers signed "lights" in all lines, significantly strengthening the depth. Ogonki got off to a tough start in the championship with two defeats, but recently they managed to adjust the game and give out a series of away victories, including over Rangers in the last game with a score of 1:5.
Injuries and disqualifications:
- Injuries:
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New Jersey - Wood (upper body injury), Hughes (shoulder injury), Blackwood (heel injury).
Calgary - Stone (illness), Zary (ankle injury).
Statistics and figures
- The last match between these teams ended with a 5-2 victory for Calgary.
- Calgary has a good streak of three consecutive wins on the road.
- He has lost only twice to New Jersey in his last five matches.
Forecast
It is difficult to single out a favorite in this match, because both teams show bright hockey at the start of the season. The leaders of Calgary have scored a good move and are dragging their team to victories from match to match. The Devils were able to make a high-quality start to the season and are now in good shape, but still the individual class of performers among the guests is better, because I believe in their victory.