LiontipsNashville vs Carolina. Predictions and Betting Tips for NHL
Command Analysis
Nashville had two away games at Columbus and won the first one (4:3 OT). We should give credit to defenceman Josi, who scored a double. In the second game Predators failed to repeat the positive result and lost with a 2:4 score. Goalkeeper Saros had a below average game and saved only 88% shots.
Back at home, Predators put up a great performance against Carolina and secured a confident win (3:1). Defense managed to contain opponents, which became a crucial part of the victory. Preds are holding on to the fourth spot in the Central division and already clinched a play-off berth.
Carolina broke a string of five victories with a loss to Chicago (1:2 OT). They just couldn't convert a number of goal opportunites, which was the main reason of a failure. After that Hurricanes hit the road and unexpectedly lost to Nashville (1:3). Their offensive line failed again with only 22 shots on target.
Hurricanes had a solid season and recorded many points. Carolina is a current leader of the Central division with 80 points.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In three out of last four H2H games teams scored in each period
СтавкаCarolina to score the first goal
In three out of last four H2H games Carolina opened the score line
Tip and bets
Nashville is on a good form now, which helps them to pick up points. Team is a serious threat at home, so it's dangerous to put a bet against the Predators in this game. The best choice is to put a bet on underdog.
Our prediction - Nashville to not lose
Teams are playing defensively on head-to-head games, so matches between them are rarely finishing with a high score. Only once out of last five games teams scored more than five goals.
Our second prediction - total under 5.5 goals
