19 May 2009

NHL Betting: Detroit vs. Chicago

Accuscore provides us with the latest betting information prior to Game Two between the Red Wings and the Blackhawks.

The Red Wings made a statement in Game One of the Western Conference Finals, beating the Blackhawks 5-2. Their three leading scorers this postseason - Johan Franzen, Daniel Cleary, and Henrik Zetteberg - combined for four vital goals. Detroit will look to continue their high-scoring ways in Game Two Tuesday.

The Wings are big moneyline favorites (-191, 1.52) to win Game Two in this series. AccuScore has been very profitable this season in this situation picking Side Values with big home favorites. AccuScore has picked games when the home team line is -190 or less at a 55.7% rate for a +3828 ROI.

There are also solid trends going for both teams as Chicago road Side Values have delivered +300 and Detroit home Side Value picks have generated +497.

Currently, AccuScore simulations have Detroit winning 54.8% of the time. This is much lower than the translated Vegas winning percentage, meaning Chicago is a good value bet and is the Side Value pick in this game. Combine the simulation results with some solid trends and taking the Blackhawks, even on the road, could be a good move. Simulations are updated twice daily and results can change with the latest information so check back at AccuScore.