LiontipsFlorida and Ottawa. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 15, 2021).
Command Analysis
Florida top the Eastern Conference standings with a total of 40 points. Lately, however, the team has been inconsistent. The Panthers lost to St. Louis (3:4 OT) before beating Arizona (3:1), and then suffered a defeat to Colorado (2:3).
Andrew Brunette's men are showing excellent results at home: they lost only one of the last 15 games in Florida and an average 4,5 goals per game.
Ottawa have scored a total of 17 points this season. They are no longer last in the standings, but won't be able to significantly improve their position. Recently, the Senators surprised every NHL fan: they mounted a three-game winning streak, and even crushed Tampa (4:0) at home in the last fixture. This was the first time they didn't concede a single goal this season.
Trends
СтавкаFlorida IT over 3.5 goals
At home, Florida average 4 goals per game.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In the last 5 head-to-head games, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Florida are much stronger than their visitors, even though the Senators are on form at the moment. The Panthers should pick up two points in this match. Brunette's charges have suffered only one home defeat this season.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1.5) to Florida
We are expecting a large number of goals in the upcoming game. Both sides prefer to act on a collision course and enjoy playing open hockey.
Second wager - total over 6.5 goals
