LiontipsBuffalo Bills vs Pittsburgh Steelers. Predictions and Betting Tips for NHL
Command Analysis
Buffalo had a rough patch when they lost in 18 consequent matches. Now Sabres how woken up and started to earn points. Don Granato's squad could even get a win against Washington (5:2). Goaltender Tokarsky has given his best, saving 93% of the throws. We can also praise the defense, that held back the Capitals attack.
They haven't shown great results in their home arena. After their terrible run, the team has hosted five games but won only two: against Rangers (3:2 B) and Philadelphia (6:1).
Pittsburgh continues to earn points. In four standings they have only lost to Philadelphia (1:2 B). It was an equal battle, but Flyers had better luck in the penalty shootout. But Penguins smashed Rangers (5:2) and twice have win confidently against New Jersey (6:4 and 5:2). You can see they are showing high-scoring results, but often have hiccups in their defense.
Pittsburgh is climbing to the top of East Division. Right now they are third, but with only a three-point gap.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period: yes
Only in 1 game out of 6, the teams couldn't score in each period.
СтавкаPittsburgh to win in 1st period
In two H2H games, Pittsburgh won in the 1st period.
Tip and bets
Currently, Pittsburgh is just stronger than Buffalo in every way. Penguins are in great form, which can't be said about Sabres. The latter are also showing terrible results at home. So it is better to wager on the favorites.
Our prediction is Pittsburgh to win with handicap (-1.5) at 1.95
In their head-to-head matches, the teams often spoil their fans with high scores. Moreover, Pittsburgh is the second most resultative team. So that is a great opportunity to bet on a total over.
Our second wager - total over 5.5. goals at 1.68
