LiontipsNew York Rangers vs New Jersey. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 7, 2021).
Command Analysis
The New York Rangers are inconsistent in the preseason games. The Rangers have beaten Boston twice with the scores of 3:2 and 4:3 OT, but they also suffered a crushing defeat against New Jersey, conceding seven goals (1:7).
The Rangers haven't shown good defensive play, which means that they haven't been able to solve last season's problems; they couldn't sign any experienced defencemen who would be able to strengthen that line.
The New Jersey Devils, on the other hand, are having a great preseason and haven't suffered a single defeat. In the previous two games, the Devils triumphed over the Islanders (2:1 OT) and confidently beat Washington with a score of 4:1. They didn't concede more than one goal in each of the last three games.
MacKenzie Blackwood is doing a great job in the goalbox. He stopped 37 shots in the game against the Islanders. The Canadian goalie will be competing for the position of the main goaltender with Jonathan Bernier throughout the upcoming season.
Trends
СтавкаRangers IT under 2.5
In each of the last 3 games, New Jersey conceded under 3 goals.
Ставка2nd period: New Jersey to score
In 3 games out of 4, the Devils scored in the second period.
Tip and bets
The Rangers are unimpressive on the defensive and they make many mistakes in attack. New Jersey, on the other hand, look great and have not conceded more than one goal in each of the last three games. Moreover, the Devils have recently defeated the Rangers at home.
Our prediction - New Jersey to win
The two sides usually score a lot in head-to-head games. Both teams prefer to act on counterattacks and make fast advances into the opponent's zone. We suggest playing the total over.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
