LiontipsAnaheim vs San Jose. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 1, 2021).
Command Analysis
Last season,the Anaheim Ducks were the weakest side in the Western Division. The club only earned 43 points, while having won only 11 games in regulation, which is a terrible result for the NHL. The main problem of the Ducks is is their inability to convert their attacking chances. On average they scored just over two goals per game.
In the first match of the preseason, the Ducks defeated San Jose with a score of 6:3. Forwards Terry and Volkov each scored a goal and gave an assist. In the second match, Anaheim yielded to Arizona (1:4).
The San Jose Sharksfinished second-last in their division last year. The team experienced serious problems in defense and quite often suffered devastating defeats.
The Sharks have already played three games in the preseason. They won against Vegas (4:2); in that game, goaltender Hill saved 91% of the shots. San Jose could not show such a confident defensive play against Anaheim and were crushed with a score of 3:6. In the third game, the Sharks lost to Los Angeles.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, the teams scored in each period.
СтавкаAnaheim to score 1st
In 4 straight games between the two sides, Anaheim opened the scoring.
Tip and bets
Anaheim showed excellent attacking play in the first preseason game, while the Sharks had serious problems in defense. We think the Ducks have a good chance of recording another victory.
Our prediction - Anaheim to win with a handicap (0)
The teams normally score a lot in head-to-head games. Considering the problems that both sides have in the defense, we suggest betting on the total over.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
