Kraken vs Golden Prediction, Preview, Odds and Picks April 11
The Seattle Kraken just won their fifth straight game, stomping the Arizona Coyotes 4-1 on Monday night. If you’ve been watching the NHL news and standings, that’s not only helped them secure a playoff spot but given them a chance at a better one.
They are currently seventh in the West and trail the Los Angeles Kings by two points for third place in the Pacific Division with a game in hand. Meanwhile, the Vegas Golden Knights can clinch the top seed with a win. Which squad is the better bet here?
Kraken Excelling on Road
The Seattle Kraken are on a roll right as NHL betting handicappers have seen their offense lead the way. They just won their fifth straight game as Jared McCann earned his milestone 40th goal of the season on Monday.
The victory brought them up and over the 100-point mark and extended their excellence when playing on the road. Currently, when they’re away from home, they are 26-10-4.
Injuries and absences could also be a factor for Seattle, so double-check the rosters before betting the NHL odds. Vince Dunn was scratched in their win over the Coyotes.
He had appeared in every single game this season up to this point, scoring 14 goals and racking up a team-best 50 assists. On top of that, Jaden Schwartz was rested for his second straight game.
Golden Knights Hope to Clinch No. 1 Seed
Vegas lost a heartbreaking shootout to the Dallas Stars in its latest outing, which means that the top spot in the conference isn’t theirs just yet. With just two games left, the Golden Knights are only two points ahead of the Edmonton Oilers for the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
If Vegas loses out, Edmonton could potentially surpass the Golden Knights. Colorado is also three points behind them with a game in hand. Luckily, Vegas has been consistent in adding points all season long.
The Golden Knights have been able to come away with at least a point in 14 of their last 16 games overall. Those thinking about the Golden Knights with their sports bets know that this team is generally competitive every time they’re out there.
Kraken vs Golden Game Injuries
These teams have met up twice throughout this season with two back-to-back matchups to end the regular season. Vegas drew first blood against the Kraken but Seattle tied the season series with a win later on.
Kraken vs Golden Knights Information
- Game: Kraken (46-26-8) Golden Knights (49-22-9)
- Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV
- Day/Time: Tuesday, April 11, 10:00 p.m. ET
- Kraken vs Golden Live stream:NHL.TV
Kraken vs Golden Knights Betting Lines
Kraken vs Golden Knights Picks and Prediction
This is a tough game to handicap in the sportsbook. We have two quality teams and while Vegas is first in the West and Seattle is seventh, note that only seven points separate the sides. It’s not a huge gap. They also have identical +38 goal differentials.
One trend to note is that Seattle is only 14-22 on the year against teams with a winning record while Vegas is 20-15. That difference points us to take the Golden Knights with our NHL picks.
Vegas is listed at -155 in our Vegas lines. So, if you wager $100 on the Golden Knights, there’s a chance to win $65. Seattle is +135 with a chance to win $135 on a $100 wager.
The implied probability attached to the betting lines gives the Kraken a 42.55% chance to win, with the Golden Knights at 60.78%
