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Which team from Detroit will become a contender first?
For the past five years, the most popular debate in Detroit sports has been the topic of discussion due to the lack of genuinely intriguing subjects to deliberate upon.
Is it hard to believe that there were individuals who didn’t mention the Detroit Red Wings after April 19, 2019?
The Wings seem to be on the upswing after enduring their worst season in franchise history just two years ago, and this can be attributed to Steve Yzerman’s initial two draft choices as the general manager in Detroit: Moritz Seider, a formidable German defenseman, and Lucas Raymond, the talented young sensation from Sweden.
On Wednesday, the Wings secured their second consecutive victory on the road against the Washington Capitals. However, their noteworthy talent lies in their ability to deliver profitable results for bettors using Michigan sportsbooks. Let’s examine some initial betting patterns surrounding the Red Wings, such as game-related propositions, and also provide an update on various future bets associated with the team.
Detroit Red Wings: NHL Next Game Odds
Red Wings vs. the spread
As of Friday, the 2021-22 NHL season has seen Detroit perform admirably with a 4-2-1 overall record. Despite being considered underdogs in the majority of their games, the team has consistently exceeded expectations, a trend that extends back to the previous season. In fact, the Red Wings have an impressive 9-2 record against the spread in their last 11 games, with their only two losses occurring last Thursday and Saturday. Furthermore, they have excelled with an 11-3 puck line number in their last 14 away games, with one defeat transpiring against the Montreal Canadiens on a recent Saturday.
Last season, the Red Wings generally put in a commendable effort to remain competitive in games, but this year they are displaying a significantly improved scoring rate. Therefore, it is reasonable to believe that this positive trend will persist.
However, the value may be restricted in the future if Detroit begins to consistently benefit from close matchups. So far this year, the Wings have only been favored once, in their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, which they won by a margin of 3.
While the Wings have been profitable on the money line for most of the season, it’s important to monitor their performance against the spread. As things develop, they might emerge as one of the NHL’s under-the-radar, consistent betting options.
Calder Trophy: Lucas Raymond on the rise
In the preseason, we examined the Calder Trophy odds and discovered that Raymond was soaring to the summit of the odds chart.
After scoring his first preseason goal, the rookie forward’s odds at FanDuel Sportsbook were as high as +3400. However, those odds have now drastically decreased. Calder futures are currently not available at FanDuel, Caesars Sportsbook, and PointsBet Sportsbook. However, DraftKings Sportsbook (+500) and BetMGM Sportsbook (+450) both consider Raymond and Montreal’s Cole Caufield as the top favorites for the title.
Seider is right behind him, with odds (+1000), which have remained relatively stable over the past month. Currently, placing a bet on Seider would provide more advantageous value, particularly if you managed to secure Raymond at +1000 or above. For Red Wings fans, placing a wager on Seider would serve as an ideal protection or insurance. Alternatively, you could also choose to increase your bet on Raymond.
Late this week, Raymond and Seider emerged as the leading scorers among rookies, with eight and six points respectively. This is evident in the ticket data provided by BetMGM, showing that Raymond holds the highest ticket percentage at 34.3%, followed by Seider at 15.7%. In terms of handle, Raymond remains in the top spot with 31.8%, while Seider ranks third with 16%.
Total points: Red Wings optimism reflected at Michigan sportsbooks
At DraftKings, the Red Wings’ current season point total has risen from an average of 77.5 to 80.5 after the team’s initial seven games.
It appears that Detroit is emerging from the toughest phase of its reconstruction, and attaining 81 points is possible with a record of 35-36-11. Although not exceptional, this goal is definitely within reach.
Although Alex Tanguay’s power play hasn’t reached the expected level of success, the Red Wings are currently ranked 22nd in that area, leaving ample room for improvement. This ranking alone will greatly contribute to the Red Wings being more competitive than they could have anticipated. Additionally, their 12th position in goals-for and 15th position in shots indicate a promising offensive capability that they have displayed consistently.
An interesting props set: Shots and saves
One intriguing NHL game prop worth monitoring is shots on goal. BetMGM and DraftKings have set distinct totals for each player, whereas FanDuel allows you to bet on players surpassing three shots.
On Wednesday night, Dylan Larkin fell short of his shots over-under of 2.5 on DraftKings, managing only one goal on one shot. However, in four out of his other five games, he has surpassed this mark. Robby Fabbri, on the other hand, has exceeded his shots total of 1.5 for the sixth time this season in seven games. Similarly, Filip Zadina has beaten his shots total of 1.5 for the fifth time in seven games.
While most game props in the NHL are uncertain, this particular section appears to hold promise for Red Wings bettors during the early season.
Another important statistic to monitor is the number of saves made by the goalies. While the average for most goalies falls between 25 and 30 saves per game, Alex Nedeljkovic has been exceptional with an average of 33 saves per game in his three starts. Similarly, Thomas Greiss has been solid, averaging just over 29 saves per game in his three starts this season, excluding the disappointing 5-1 loss in Montreal on Saturday.
Over-under: Goals total an unpredictable seesaw
The season in Detroit has been filled with excitement and unpredictability, resulting in an early advantage for those who bet on the under in game goals total.
In four out of Detroit’s seven games this season, the under has been successful. This can primarily be attributed to the diverse nature of the games they have participated in. Following a high-scoring 7-6 match against the Tampa Bay Lightning on their opening night, the total score remained below the set line for three consecutive games. However, it then exceeded the line for two consecutive games before returning to an under result in their game against Washington on Thursday.
