On Thursday evening, the Anaheim Ducks take on the Nashville Predators in Game 4 of their Western Conference quarterfinal series. The Predators had taken the first two games in Anaheim but then found themselves shut out by Ducks backup goalie Frederik Andersen in Game 3, as he stopped 27 shots en route to a 3-0 win. The Predators now lead the series 2-1. Also, remember to check for more odds and lines for the NHL Playoffs by clicking here.
NHL Playoffs Odds Analysis on Anaheim at Nashville Game 4 & TV Info
When: Thursday, April 21, 2016, 8:00pm Eastern time
Where: Scottrade Center, St. Louis, MO
TV: CNBC
Radio: Anaheim / NashvilleLive Stream: NHL.tvNHL Odds: TBA
Why Should You Bet on Anaheim?
When John Gibson allowed in some soft tallies in the first two games, it was a natural decision for the Ducks to insert Andersen in Gam3. He was 14-7 in postseason appearances and posted his second shutout in his 15th win. Shawn Horcoff also made his first appearance in these playoffs, and he had a key assist in the Ducks’ first goal. Having these new bodies on the ice — and playing with an extra level of desperation — helped the Ducks return to the form that saw them come back in the season’s second half to take the Pacific Division crown.
Why Should You Put Your Money on the Predators?
In Games 1 and 2, Pekka Rinne turned in strong performances in net, but in Game 3, the defense hung him more out to dry — and he let in a soft goal for the Ducks’ second tally. The Predators had more grit than Anaheim in the first two games and need to get back to that level in Game 3, as they attacked the puck with less ferocity when the series shifted back to Tennessee. Losing Craig Smith (lower-body injury) in the first period hurt, especially on the power play, where the Predators were 0 for 5 in the game. He is day-to- day going into Game 4.
Expert Betting Pick and Final Score Prediction
I like Nashville to restore their momentum in this series and win this game on their home ice. I’m predicting a 2-1 Predators win.
