LiontipsEdmonton vs Toronto. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 15, 2021).
Command Analysis
Edmonton dropped to the 7th line in the Western Conference standings. They had a great start to the season, but right now, the Oilers are on a five-game losing streak. In 4 of the last 5 matches, they couldn't score more than two goals, which is a problem for a team that builds their game through aggressive attack.
At home, the Oilers lost to Los Angeles (1:5), Minnesota (1:4), Boston (2:3), and Carolina (1:3). Conor McDavid is the key attacking player in the team, but he failed to score in the last four games.
Toronto are 3rd in the East, and they are very close to claiming the top line in the standings. At the moment, however, the Maple Leafs are a bit inconsistent. They easily take points from the outsiders, but struggle to play against powerful teams.
For example, after beating Columbus (5:4), the Leafs lost to Tampa (3:5). In the last game against Chicago, Toronto weren't convincing at all: Sheldon Keefe's men were leading 4:1, but allowed the Blackhawks to level the score. The Leafs netted a winner in the last minute of the third period (5:4).
Trends
СтавкаEdmonton IT over 2.5 goals
Toronto conceded more than 2 goals in each of their last 5 games.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In the last 4 games of Toronto, more than 1 goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Both sides haven't been confident in their recent fixtures. We think, that today the hosts have a good chance of breaking their losing streak. The Oilers know this opponent well, and should be able to capitalize on their home advantage.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) to Edmonton
Edmonton haven't scored more than two goals in the last 5 matches, which is strange, considering their powerful attacking line. Toronto are conceding a lot of late, so we suggest playing the individual total of the hosts.
Second wager -Edmonton IT over 2.5 goals
