Match Analysis: Laval Rocket vs Hartford Wolf Pack – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-08
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: Place Bell, Laval, QC, Canada
Game Overview
This AHL matchup features the Laval Rocket hosting the Hartford Wolf Pack at Place Bell. Both teams are mid-table contenders, with Laval showing strong home form and Hartford struggling on the road. The game is expected to be competitive, with both teams relying on balanced scoring and solid goaltending.
Key Factors to Consider
- Laval Rocket has won 4 of their last 5 home games, averaging 3.2 goals per game and allowing 2.4. Hartford Wolf Pack has lost 3 of their last 5 away games, scoring 2.6 goals per game and conceding 3.1. Lavalβs power play is operating at 22%, while Hartfordβs penalty kill is at 78%.
- In the last 5 meetings, Laval has won 3, Hartford 2. The average score in those games was 3.4-2.8 in favor of Laval. Laval has covered the spread in 4 of the last 5 matchups.
- Laval Rocket: No major injuries reported. Hartford Wolf Pack: Starting defenseman out with a lower-body injury, weakening their blue line.
- Laval enjoys strong home-ice advantage and crowd support. Hartford is on a back-to-back, playing the night before in Laval, which may impact their energy and depth.
- Both teams are fighting for playoff positioning. Laval is aiming to solidify their home record, while Hartford needs points to stay in contention.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Hartford Wolf Pack: 120, Laval Rocket: -155 | Laval Rocket | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | Hartford Wolf Pack: 1.5 -225, Laval Rocket: -1.5 170 | Laval Rocket -1.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over: 5.5 -110, Under: 5.5 -120 | Over 5.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Laval Rocket -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 5.5 5% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 5.5 at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 5.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Laval Rocket is favored due to their strong home form, recent head-to-head success, and Hartfordβs injury and travel challenges. Expect a close game, but Laval should edge it out.
Predicted Score: Laval Rocket 4 – 3 Hartford Wolf Pack