LiontipsNashville vs Carolina. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 22, 2021).
Command Analysis
Before the start of the playoffs, Nashville played two home games against Carolina, and twice they beat the Hurricanes, first with a 3:1 score, and then with a crushing 5:0. The goalies Rinne and Saros are worthy of praise, together they stopped 51 out of 52 shots. However, the playoffs haven't been going so well for the Preds.
Nashville started their playoffs with two away games against the same Carolina. This time, they were defeated with a score of 2:5. The defense was not so reliable. In the next game, the Predators again failed to fight off the strong opponent, losing with a score of 0:3.
Despite losing points before the start of the playoffs, Carolina still managed to finish the regular season on the first line in the Central Division standings. The first opponent for the team was Nashville, which the Hurricanes defeated in the first game without any problems (5: 2). The team's captain Staal gave an excellent performance and scored a double.
The Hurricanes showed their class again in the second match, not giving the Predst even a chance to score (3:0). We should mention the shutout performance of goaltender Nedeljkovic, who stopped all 30 shots. However, Carolina often have problems in away games, so the winning streak may be interrupted tonight.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - no
In two out of four head-to-head games, the teams didn't score in each period.
СтавкаNashville to score 1st
In three out of four head-to-head games, Nashville scored first.
Tip and bets
So far, it is hard to believe that Nashville will be able to win at least once in this series. Carolina are in great form, their performance is consistently great in every game. We think it is not worth risking and betting on the outsider.
Our prediction is Carolina to win.
In the head-to-head, the teams are used to sitting back and playing defensively. Carolina's strong defense probably will not allow Nashville many chances, if any at all. So this is a great opportunity to bet on total under 5.5 goals.
Second prediction - total under 5.5 goals
