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USA Favored Against Sweden in Olympic Hockey Quarterfinals
18 Feb
Summary
- USA faces Sweden in the Men's Olympic Hockey Quarterfinals on Wednesday.
- The USA enters the game with a two-day rest advantage over Sweden.
- The best bet is on the UNDER 6.5 total goals due to strong defenses.
The United States men's Olympic hockey team is preparing for its first significant challenge as they face Sweden in the quarterfinals on Wednesday. The Americans demonstrated a strong performance in the preliminary round, winning all their matches.
Sweden, after an earlier upset loss to Finland, advanced through the qualification playoffs by defeating Latvia 5-1. The USA holds an advantage with two days of rest before this crucial matchup.
Despite the USA being favored at -250, the puck line at -1.5 (+100) presents an interesting option. However, the strongest prediction leans towards the UNDER 6.5 total goals.
This prediction is based on the formidable defensive units of both teams and the outstanding performance of USA's goaltender, Connor Hellebuyck. The Swedes playing on consecutive days might be a slight concern, but a close, hard-fought contest is anticipated.
