LiontipsNew Jersey vs Chicago. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 16, 2021).
Command Analysis
The New Jersey Devils played five preseason games and celebrated success in four of them. The team was only defeated in the last game by the Rangers with a score of 2:6. Last season the Devils signed Yegor Sharangovich, who showed great promise and can become a key player for New Jersey.
We would like to point out, that the Devils failed to strengthen their defense in the offseason. This was their biggest weakness last year; the Devils allowed the opponents to create dangerous moments in their zone and were forced to act on counterattacks.
The Chicago Blackhawks have already played their first match in the new season. The Blackhawks lost at Colorado with a score of 2:4. Chicago have a similar style to the Devils: they aren't entirely confident in their zone and build the game through counterattacks, relying on the individual skills of the forwards.
Marc-André Fleury is undeniably one of the best goaltenders in the NHL, but even he can't handle the top forwards on his own. In the season opening, he had to save 32 shots at his goal. If the Hawks do not solve the defensive problems, they might not qualify for the playoffs.
Trends
Ставка2nd period: New Jersey to score
In 4 games out of 5, New Jersey scored in the second period.
СтавкаNew Jersey IT over 2.5 goals
In 3 out of 5 games against Chicago, New Jersey scored more than two goals.
Tip and bets
We are convinced that New Jersey can outplay Chicago at home. In the last head-to-head games, the Devils nearly always triumphed. As for the Blackhawks, they still have serious setbacks in their defensive line, as the game against Colorado showed, and we don't think that Fleury's efforts are enough to save Chicago from losing this fixture.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) to New Jersey
The teams scored at least six goals in 4 of the last 6 head-to-head games. We believe that today both sides will rely on their attacking potential and expect a spectacular game.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
