Albert
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2d
My Prediction
Lokomotiv Yaroslavl by 3Ladies and gentlemen, you're in for a bit of statistical wizardry as we break down this faceoff between Vityaz Podolsk and Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. As we examine the data, the scales seem definitely tilted in favor of Lokomotiv Yaroslavl.
Let's look at the men protecting the crease. For Vityaz Podolsk, Maxim Dorozhko and Dmitry Shikin haven't exactly set the ice on fire with their performance. Same story rings true with Daniil Isayev and Alexei Melnichuk, keeping guard for Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. These boys should definitely try grabbing at something - preferably a puck.
Stepping off the crease, Vityaz Podolsk showcases standout players like Dmitri Buchelnikov and Derek Barach. Both have consistently put up impressive numbers this season and last, flexing their offensive muscles. Lokomotiv Yaroslavl parries with the likes of Martin Gernat and Andrei Sergeyev, both of whom seem to have fallen slightly in love with the assist.
In terms of past encounters, it's been more or less a tug of war between the two, but Vityaz Podolsk has a slight edge here, it seems. Yet when it comes to the regular season records, Lokomotiv Yaroslavl leaps ahead with a staggering 24 wins as compared to Vityaz Podolsk's 13.
And sure, the recent results show Vityaz Podolsk has had a bit of a mixed bag - they flattened Severstal Cherepovets but were roasted by Dinamo Minsk. Lokomotiv Yaroslavl, on the other hand, has been churning out wins as if they were running a victory factory.
Taking note of all this, if you were a betting man or woman, you might consider laying stakes accordingly. Now, let's cut to the chase.
Albert’s Prediction: Lokomotiv Yaroslavl by 3