Match Analysis: Chicago Wolves vs Cleveland Monsters – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-16
- Time: 1:00 AM UTC
- Location: Allstate Arena, Rosemont, Illinois
Game Overview
This AHL matchup features the Chicago Wolves hosting the Cleveland Monsters at the Allstate Arena. The Wolves, part of the Central Division, face the Monsters from the North Division. Both teams come into the game with competitive records and recent form showing the Wolves on a three-game points streak despite an overtime loss in their latest outing, indicating resilience and motivation to capitalize at home.
Key Factors to Consider
- Chicago Wolves have extended their points streak to three games, including a recent competitive overtime loss, suggesting strong form and determination. Cleveland Monsters have been consistent in the North Division but enter as slight underdogs according to the moneyline and spread odds.
- Recent direct encounters between the Wolves and Monsters show competitive games, with no overwhelming dominance by either side, making this matchup balanced and reliant on current form and home advantage.
- No detailed public injury reports are found for either team specifically impacting this game, suggesting both squads are likely close to full strength.
- Playing at the Allstate Arena provides the Wolves with home-ice advantage, a notable factor in hockey where crowd support and last change line matchups can influence the game flow.
- The Wolves appear motivated by their ongoing points streak and home crowd, while the Monsters aim to disrupt that momentum and assert themselves on the road.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Chicago Wolves: 100, Cleveland Monsters: -130 | Cleveland Monsters | β β β ββ 55% |
| Spread | Chicago Wolves: -1.5 -260, Cleveland Monsters: +1.5 190 | Cleveland Monsters +1.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 5.5: 100, Under 5.5: -130 | Under 5.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cleveland Monsters -6% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 5.5 6% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 5.5 at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chicago Wolves are favored to win in regulation given their momentum and home advantage, but the game is expected to be competitive and could extend to overtime or a close margin.
Predicted Score: Chicago Wolves 2 – 3 Cleveland Monsters