LiontipsCarolina vs Nashville. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 26, 2021).
Command Analysis
Carolina got off to a pretty good start in the playoffs, having won two convincing victories over Nashville (5:2 and 3:0). We would like to mention the performance of goalkeeper Nedeljkovic, who saved 54 shots out of 56, and performed a shutout in the second game. Then the Hurricanes had to play away, where the team suffered a defeat (4: 5 OT). This time, the defense was less reliable and allowed the opponent to create too many dangerous chances.
The fourth game between the teams didn't end well for Caarolina either, the Hurricanes again lost in over time (3:4). In that game the Hurricane failed to use their attacking chances.
Nashville defeated Carolina twice before the playoffs. But in the first games of the playoffs, they were beaten twice (2:5 and 0:3). The team kept on fighting though, and in the next game, they were able to take revenge (5: 4 OT). Striker Forsberg showed his great skills, giving an assist, as well as scoring a goal.
Then the Predators continued the series at home. They won one more game in overtime (4: 3 OT). The hero of the day was the goaltender Saros, who saved 58 shots, which played a crucial role in the victory.
Trends
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5
In four out of five head-to-head games, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.
СтавкаNashville to score 1st
In three out of four head-to-head games, Nashville were the first to score.
Tip and bets
Carolina is playing at home, where they normally show their best performance. Nashville have failed in two away games against the Hurricanes, so the Hurricanes are likely to come out on top in the series.
Our prediction isCarolina to win
The teams play open hockey in head-to-head games, which often results in a large number of scored goals. In just one game out of four, the clubs failed to score more than five goals.
Second prediction - total over 5 goals
