LiontipsLos Angeles vs Minnesota. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 17, 2021).
Command Analysis
The Los Angeles Kings hosted Vegas in the first match of the regular season and unexpectedly defeated their opponent with a score of 6:2. After the second period, the Kings had a large margin, and they secured it in the last 20 minutes. Forward Kopitar had a brilliant game; he scored a hat-trick and gave two assists.
In the preseason, the Kings demonstrated confident play and celebrated victories over Anaheim (6:3), Vegas (3:1), and San Jose (4:3).
The Minnesota Wildmade a quick recovery after a poor start to the preseason. The Wild mounted a winning streak of three games, which was interrupted by the Chicago Blackhawks, who crushed Minnesota with a score of 1:5. Goaltender Kähkönen acted unreliably and stopped only 86% of the shots.
The Wild continued their away series in the regular season. In the first match, they recorded a victory at Anaheim (2:1). This time the goalbox was defended by Talbot, who did a much better job than his teammate.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, the teams scored in each period.
СтавкаFirst goal: Minnesota
In 4 head-to-head games in a row, Minnesota scored first.
Tip and bets
Los Angeles demonstrate a fairly confident play at home. However, Minnesota are in good form, and we believe they will get the upper hand in this match.
Our prediction - Minnesota to win
The two sides play open hockey and don't usually sit out on the defensive. This is why we expect a large number of goals in the upcoming fixture.
Second wager - total over 5 goals
