LiontipsVancouver vs Calgary. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 18, 2021).
Command Analysis
Vancouver is playing at home after a long away series, in which they only won three games. At home the Canucks lost in overtime to Calgary (5:6 ОТ). The team was helpless in the first half of the game, but in the third period almost came back. They still lost in overtime.
This was the third in a row defeat at home court for the Canucks. Before that, they lost twice to Edmonton (3:5 and 1:4). Vancouver remain on the last line in the standings, and will probably finish the regular season there.
After a crushing defeat from Winnipeg (0:4), Calgary came round and redeemed themselves in front of their fans, developing a three-game winning streak. At home, the Flames had an easy win over Ottawa (6:1), and then Vancouver (4:1). Goalie Markstrom stopped 43 out of 45 shots.
Away the Flames met with the Canucks again, and even though this time the opponent put up a fight, the Flames were stronger in overtime. This season Calgary didn't qualify for the playoffs as they lost too many points during the regular season.
Trends
СтавкаVancouver to score 1st
Vancouver opened the scoring in 4out of 5 head-to-head games.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5
The teams scored more than one goal in the first period only in 2 out of 8 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
Calgary were close to winning the last head-to-head game, but couldn't keep the advantage, allowing Vancouver to come back. If the Flames act more reliably today, the Canucks will have no chance.
Out first prediction - Calgary to win.
Lately, the teams have been scoring a lot in the head-to-head. That is mostly due to mistakes that both teams make in defense. So this is a good opportunity to bet on the total tover 5.5. goals.
The second bet - total over 5.5 goals.
