Capitol triumphs, yet Ovechkin remains goalless
Hurricanes vs Capitals Lock Horns in 2023/24 NHL Regular Season
The Carolina Hurricanes went head-to-head with the Washington Capitals at the PNC Arena in Raleigh on December 18, with the clash commencing at 2:00 AM Moscow time.
The first period saw a stalemate, as both teams showcased determination yet failed to find the back of the net.
The second period flipped the script. The Hurricanes opened the scoring at the 8-minute mark, Aho securing the goal with an assist from Jarvis. The Capitals retaliated, leveling the game on the 12th minute with Fehervari finding the back of the net, set up by Wilson and Strom.
The third period left the score unchanged, as neither team managed to notch a goal. The game inched towards overtime, both sides locked in combat. It came down to a shootout, with the home team falling short, failing to convert any of their three attempts. Kuznetsov, a Russian, secured victory for the visiting team.
Notably, Ovechkin failed to score yet again. His lack of goals in 13 consecutive games marks a new personal record in his North American career.
At present, the Hurricanes sit seventh in the East Division, while the Capitals trail closely, 15th.
Betting Hotspots in Russia
Interest in NHL games, especially those involving Alex Ovechkin, tends to be high in Moscow due to his Russian roots. Major Moscow-based teams include CSKA Moscow and Dynamo Moscow, attracting considerable betting attention. Popular bets include match-winner bets, period-specific outcomes, and prop bets focused on player-specific actions like goal-scorers or goalie saves.
Despite NHL betting occurring, Moscow’s sportsbooks predominantly focus on domestic leagues, with NHL interest often centering on Ovechkin's historic performances rather than regular-season game outcomes. Key betting trends in Moscow include favoring top KHL teams like CSKA Moscow and Lokomotiv Yaroslavl and the surge in live betting during high-stakes KHL games.
Despite Moscow's interest in Alex Ovechkin, NHL betting isn't as prevalent as betting on local leagues like the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL). Moscow-based teams like CSKA Moscow and Dynamo Moscow attract heavy betting activity, with wagers like match-winner bets, period-specific outcomes, and prop bets centered on players and goal-scoring being popular choices among bettors. However, NHL games in Moscow remain primarily Ovechkin-centric, with goal-count trackers at bars and public spaces serving as informal bets during his pursuit of Gretzky's NHL goal record.
Sources:1. SportsBettingReport2. The Hockey Writers3. SportsHandle4. Covers5. Gambling.com
Jarvis, a member of the Carolina Hurricanes, provided an assist on Seth Aho's opening goal in the second period of the Hurricanes vs Capitals NHL game.
Betting on NHL games, particularly those featuring Alex Ovechkin, is popular in Moscow due to his Russian roots.
Despite Moscow's sportsbooks focusing more on domestic leagues, such as the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), NHL games remain a focal point among bettors, with a focus on Ovechkin's performance.
The 2023/24 NHL regular season game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Washington Capitals was a close match, ending in a shootout with the Capitals securing victory.
