LiontipsBuffalo vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 2, 2021).
Command Analysis
In the first preseason match, the Buffalo Sabres played against Columbus. The Sabres defeated the Blue Jackets 5-4 in overtime. Buffalo showed good attacking play, especially striker Weissbach, who scored a goal and gave two assists.
For their second game, the Sabers travelled to Detroit, where they suffered a crushing defeat against the Red Wings (2:6). The defensive line was unreliable and allowed the opponents to create too many chances in their zone.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have played one preseason game so far. The Penguins welcomed Columbus to their home court and unexpectedly lost with a score of 0:3. The Penguins created enough scoring chances but failed to use them. However, we must mention that the Penguins didn't play with the main lineup.
In the offseason, the Penguins retained the core of the team, and this year will once again compete for leadership in their division.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 out of 5 head-to-head games, the teams scored in each period.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 4 out of 5 head-to-head games, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Pittsburgh Penguins are the favorites in this match. Buffalo looked unconvincing against weaker opponents in the preseason games. The Penguins will again be without the main scorers Crosby and Malkin, but even without them, the team has an excellent chance of getting a victory here.
Our prediction - Pittsburgh to win
The two sides often score a lot against each other. Moreover, the Sabres defense has been unreliable in the first matches, so we expect a high-scoring game.
Second prediction - total over 5.5 goals
