LiontipsBoston vs Washington. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 22, 2021).
Command Analysis
The Bruins defeated in the series's opening game with a score of 2:3 in overtime. However, not without luck, Boston won the two other games, also in overtime. (4: 3 and 3: 2) The last one turned out to be incredibly intense.
Boston were losing throughout the game, but they got a chance during power play in the third period, and they used it. Then in the 86th minute, Craig Smith took advantage of the goaltender's mistake brought a victory to his team with a solid finish. But whether Bruce Cassidy's charges will have enough strength to play another home game in the same rhythm, is in question.
Washington had an opportunity to win all three games in the series and practically secure a pass to the next round of the playoff but they have twice failed to keep the advantage of one goal. Ilya Samsonov got a chance to prove himself in the previous game but made a silly mistake, and the head coach is unlikely to choose him for the next game. At the same time, Peter Laviolette saw that the goalie made a large number of saves and looked very decent considering he came back after a long break.
Altogether, Washington still have a chance to win this series. All the players have a lot of experience, and the fact that they are currently losing should not upset them.
Trends
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5
In three H2H games out of five, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Ставка2nd period: Washington to score
In four out of five games, Washington scored in the second period.
Tip and bets
The previous games have shown that Washington is in no way weaker than the Bruins. They just have been unlucky. The Capitals have very experienced players who have been through a lot, and this season they have been one of the most uncomfortable opponents for Boston. We think that the score in this series will be settled.
Our first prediction is Washington to win
Only one head-to-head game out of the previous three had more than five goals scored. The clubs try to play with a lot of caution in defense and they make few mistakes. We can assume that less than six goals will be scored tonight.
Our second bet istotal under 5.5 goals
