Match Analysis: Cleveland Monsters vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-17
- Time: 11:00 PM UTC
- Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH
Game Overview
AHL Hockey clash between the Cleveland Monsters and Lehigh Valley Phantoms. The Monsters are at home, coming off an even run in their last 10 games (5 wins, 5 losses), while the Phantoms have slightly better recent results. Both teams have displayed a tendency for high goal volumes in their head-to-heads, with over 4.5 goals in 7 of the last 8 meetings. No significant injury news or suspensions reported.
Key Factors to Consider
- Cleveland Monsters have been inconsistent, winning and losing 5 of their last 10 games. The Phantoms, though underdogs by the odds, may have a slight current performance edge.
- Historically tight, with 11 home wins and 9 away wins in the last 21 matches. High scoring is common: average total goals per game of 4.86. Last meeting (April 2025) was 7-3 to Lehigh Valley, but most head-to-heads have been closer.
- No major injuries reported for either side. Both teams likely at full strength.
- No major home/away scheduling or travel issues. Regular season, both teams should be highly motivated.
- Both teams are in the early season, so motivation to build winning momentum is high for each side. No playoff implications yet.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Cleveland Monsters -120 | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | β β β ββ 51% |
Spread | Lehigh Valley +1.5 (-335), Cleveland -1.5 (225) | Lehigh Valley +1.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
Over/under | Over 5.5 105, Under 5.5 -141 | Over 5.5 | β β β β β 73% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Lehigh Valley Phantoms -9% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 5.5 27% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 5.5 at 27% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 25.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
This is a high-variance game with no clear statistical favorite; the most reliable edges are in totals, not moneylines or spreads.
Predicted Score: Lehigh Valley Phantoms 4β3 Cleveland Monsters