LiontipsWashington vs Boston. Prediction and betting Tips for NHL (May 23, 2021).
Command Analysis
Washington can finish their campaign tonight and go on vacation. After winning the first game of the series, the Capitals lost twice in extra time, but in the previous match, they still lost within 60 minutes with a score of 1:4.
The only goal of the Capitals in the last game was scored by Alexander Ovechkin, but the other players did not help him so much. However, in front of their fans, Washington will certainly try to win, and they have a chance of succeeding: they have studied the opponent enough and already had beaten them earlier.
Boston are getting closer to the next round with every game they play, and they demonstrate really really good performance in defense. In the last two games, the Bruins conceded no more than two goals per game and covered a lot of shots. On top of that, goalie Tukka Rask is doing a great job.
Of course, the Bruins should work on their discipline as they foul quite often. And such an experienced team like Washington can use their power play to punish Boston. But the Bruins have a comfortable advantage in the series and don't feel so much pressure.
Trends
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5
In the previous two H2H games, no goals were scored in the first period.
Ставка2nd period: Washington to score
In three of four games, Washington scored in the second period.
Tip and bets
It is hard to believe that Washington will concede the series with such a devastating defeat. On their home ice, the Capitals fought well, and the support of the fans should help them get a win in the upcoming game. Plus, the Bruins are experiencing a lot of problems in away games this season.
Our first prediction is Washington to win
The only opportunity for Washington to catch up with the opponent in this series is to impose their own game on the Bruins. This means that the Capitals must force the opponent to open up, and they can do this by scoring a quick goal. We think that the game will go according to this scenario, and suggest betting on the total.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
