Game 4 Stars vs Kraken Odds, Picks & Predictions (May 9)
By Chris Wassel in NHL Hockey
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- Dallas is still a -140 moneyline favorite in the Stars vs Kraken odds for Game 4 of their second-round playoff series
- The Stars are not the favorites anymore to win this best-of-seven game series
- Get the latest Stars vs Kraken Game 4 odds here, plus injury news and same-game parlay picks
The Dallas Stars stumbled in Game 1 in overtime against the Seattle Kraken to open their second-round series. Dallas righted themselves in Game 2. Then simply, Game 3 happened.
Seattle took advantage of 13 different players scoring at least one point in a 7-2 home demolition of the Dallas Stars. Jake Oettinger allowed five goals in the second period alone. Miro Heiskanen left the game after taking a puck to the face. From there, the train derailed for Dallas.
Online sportsbooks still have faith in Dallas as road favorites in Tuesday night’s NHL odds.
Stars vs Kraken Game 4 Odds
| Team | Puck Line | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Stars | -1.5 (+185) | -140 | O 5.5 (-120) |
| Seattle Kraken | +1.5 (-215) | +120 | U 5.5 (EVEN) |
The Stars remain -140 moneyline favorites, in a contest with a total of 5.5. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:40pm ET on Tuesday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA, with ESPN providing nationwide coverage. Sportsnet and TVAS again provide Canadian coverage.
The Stars vs Kraken series odds shifted in Seattle’s favor. Yes. the Kraken are -130 to win the series after the Game 3 rout.
Odds as of May 8 at DraftKings Sportsbook.
Stars vs Kraken Early Betting Splits
Naturally, Dallas wants to counter with a road split of their own. The Game 3 rout opened a lot of eyes, however. Now, Dallas comes in with a 55.6% win probability but not when it comes to NHL betting trends. Bettors via the money are leaning to Seattle even with models in disagreement.
As of Monday evening, 85% of the moneyline bets are backing the Kraken, while the over rose more to 94%. Expect a few shifts even with models heavy again on the Seattle ATS. Finally, 54% of the betting money is heading Dallas’ way.
Seattle vs Dallas NHL Betting News
Thankfully, it appears Miro Heiskanen escaped serious injury after taking a puck to the face. However, Jake Oettinger looks to not be the same against a Seattle team that just keeps firing pucks at the goaltender.
Jake Oettinger #TexasHockey
Oettinger stopped 12 of 17 shots before being pulled in Dallas' 7-2 loss to Seattle in Game 3 on Sunday.https://t.co/byX4vjwezJ
— Dobber Sports News (@DobberNews) May 8, 2023
Andre Burakovsky is out as well as Jared McCann. However, McCann practiced in a normal jersey. This leads to speculation he may be available later in the series. Daniel Sprong is also day-to-day.
Dallas lengthened some in the Stanley Cup odds at +900 while Seattle is now only +1100.
Stars vs Kraken Analysis
The significant difference between being down 2-1 in Round 1 and now in Round 2 is this. Dallas is facing a Seattle team that can score from any line. When 13 players tally at least a point and typically no player scores multiple goals, it becomes difficult who to prioritize.
Dallas needs to get back to playing the way it did in Game 2. That, however, is easier said than done. Seattle has been the better team in two of the three games in this series. This best-of-seven feels a little like the Colorado series. Yes, the Kraken’s depth plays a vital role.
If Dallas cannot get timely stops in goal and score themselves, they may dig too big of a hole.
SUNDAY DUB ✅
2-1 SERIES LEAD ✅ pic.twitter.com/bhTXhhOYtY
— Seattle Kraken (@SeattleKraken) May 8, 2023
Honestly, Game 3 remains far from a fluke. Now, Dallas is in a series where the opponent does not go cold for long stretches. The Stars are now tested more than they were before.
So, can Dallas find a way to go back home even at two games apiece?
Kraken vs Stars 2022-23 H2H Results
| Date | Away Team | Home Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2023 | Dallas | Seattle | SEA, 7-2 – Game 3 |
| May 4, 2023 | Seattle | Dallas | DAL, 4-2 – Game 2 |
| May 2, 2023 | Seattle | Dallas | SEA, 5-4 (OT) – Game 1 |
| Mar. 21, 2023 | Seattle | Dallas | SEA, 5-4 (OT) |
| Mar. 13, 2023 | Dallas | Seattle | DAL, 5-2 |
| Mar. 11, 2023 | Dallas | Seattle | DAL, 4-3 (OT) |
Seattle plays with no pressure. Dallas even with the slight tilt is expected to advance.
Stars vs Kraken Prediction
The playoff series has been something else. Now, the unknown part lies in what the expansion Kraken bring to the table in Game 4. Can they put Dallas on the brink? Will the Stars’ top six, particularly Roope Hintz and Jason Robertson, finally get going?
Philipp Grubauer controlled things, allowing Seattle to build a big lead in Game 3. He can keep a game close with timely saves. If Grubauer continues to stop pucks, Dallas is in trouble.
Kraken vs Stars Game 4 Same-Game Parlay
| Pick | Odds |
|---|---|
| Over 5.5 Goals | -120 |
| Seattle Moneyline | +120 |
| Same-Game Parlay Odds | +300 |
Finally, expect a much closer affair on Tuesday night as the two teams feel the urgency rise that much more.
Pick: Same-Game Parlay (+300)
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A journalist veteran for over two decades, Chris has taught the gamut of fantasy hockey sports online from injuries to news to prospects, and more. He has bet on several sports and written sports betting articles about the NBA, MLB, NCAA football, the NFL, and NHL for USA Today.
