Albert
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2d
My Prediction
Spartak Moscow by 2So, let's delve into this Kontinental Hockey League stunner. Admiral Vladivostok visits Spartak Moscow. Not a vacation, mind you, this is a war on ice.
In the goalkeeper's realm, Spartak Moscow's Dmitri Nikolayev's been more consistent, consistently trying at least, compared to the duo from Vladivostok, who apparently believe in a 'no-save' policy. Andrei Mishurov, Vasili Demchenko, guys, with zero saves in the past month, what have you been doing? Ice sculpting?
For Admiral Vladivostok's infantry, Jack Rodewald and Libor Sulak are ones to watch out for. Rodewald has been on fire with his puck slinging, dishing out a stellar season with 10 goals and 5 assists. Sulak's fed his teammates with 12 assists this season and isn't shy to net the puck himself with 5 goals.
For Spartak Moscow, Pavel Poryadin has been slinging the puck like there's no tomorrow - 11 goals and 11 assists this season. Ivan Morozov, though not as prolific, adds a decent chunk with his 8 goals and 9 assists this season.
Looking at the ghosts of matchups past, it's been close. But Vladivostok seems to have the edge, with the last game falling in their favor, 4-3. Don't drown in nostalgia though, folks.
This season's record tells a different tale. Spartak Moscow strut around with 17 wins to their name, considerably outclassing Vladivostok's middle-of-the-road 12-12 record.
Recent game results reveal Spartak Moscow's solid run of victories, except for a speed bump against Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. Meanwhile, Admiral Vladivostok's had a rougher ride, losing their last two matchups.
Considering the goalkeepers' form, season records, recent results and previous matchups, my inner oracle tells me Spartak Moscow should clinch this one. Don't bet the house though, hockey has a heart full of surprises.
Albert’s Prediction: Spartak Moscow by 2