LiontipsLos Angeles vs Minnesota. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 12, 2021).
Command Analysis
Los Angelesplayed 7 games at home, but they recorded only one victory, over Ottawa (4:2). After that, the Kings traveled to Edmonton, where they beat the Oilers with a score of 5:1. Defenceman Doughty had a great game; he scored a goal and gave two assists.
The Kings failed to build on that success, and suffered a defeat to Vancouver (0:4) in the following match. Goalie Peterson was unreliable and saved only 86% of the shots. In the last game, the Kings confidently beat Dallas (4:0) at home.
Minnesotacontinue to deliver successful results in the NHL. They are on a winning streak of eight games, almost all of which finished in regulation. The Wild shared points only with Toronto (4:3 SO) and New Jersey (3:2 SO).
The Wild then paid a visit to Edmonton, who they beat with a score of 4:1. In the following game, they crushed San Jose (5:2). Kirill Kaprizov chalked up two points as he scored a goal and gave an assist.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 of the last 6 head-to-head games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаFirst goal: Minnesota
In 3 of the last 4 head-to-head games, Minnesota scored first.
Tip and bets
Minnesota have gained momentum and are delivering fantastic results both at home and away. We don't believe the Los Angeles will be able to put up a fight here.
Our prediction - Minnesota to win
Considering that Minnesota prefer open hockey to defensive play, we assume that this will be a high-scoring game.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
