LiontipsFlorida vs Tampa. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 31, 2021).
Command Analysis
Florida are one of the Top-5 clubs in the Eastern Conference, but they no longer look as powerful as they did at the very start of the season. The team left for the break on a three-game losing streak. However, yesterday they managed to beat the Rangers at home (4:3).
Despite the absence of many important players, the Panthers had no problems finding the back of the net. The goals for the Panthers were scored by Duclair, Lundell, Weegar, and Verhaeghe. In total, Brunette's men lost only 3 home games this season.
Tampa Bay are direct competitors to Florida. They have recently climbed to the 1st line in the Eastern Conference table. The Lightning are without two main goalies and a number of other key players, but nevertheless, they prevailed over Montreal in the last game (5:4 OT).
At the moment, Tampa are on a winning streak of four games. However, we are not sure if the Lightning can get the upper hand in the upcoming game. They may be powerful on the offensive, but it will be extremely difficult to hold back the opponent's attack.
Trends
СтавкаFlorida IT over 3 goals
In the last game, Tampa conceded 4 goals.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In the last 5 head-to-head games, fewer than 2 goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Florida have almost all players available for the upcoming game, while Tampa will be playing without several of their leaders. The Panthers should take advantage of that and beat the visiting team. We are predicting a victory for the hosts.
Our prediction - Florida to win
Florida concede a lot, but Tampa aren't much more reliable. In the last game, the Lightning conceded four goals. We are predicting a high-scoring game here.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
