LiontipsPittsburgh vs Washington. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (February 2, 2022).
Command Analysis
Pittsburgh are on a three-game losing streak. They lost outside regulation time to Seattle (1:2 ОТ) and Detroit (2:3 SO), failing to convert their scoring chances. In the last game, the Penguins suffered a defeat to Los Angeles (3:4). Goalie Jarry wasn't very reliable against the Kings - he managed to save only 89% of the shots. All of these three games the Pens lost at home.
Washington also played three games at home, where they earned just one point - the Capitals beat Ottawa in overtime (3:2 OT). Forward Ovechkin scored two goals against the Senators. In the following matches, the Capitals lost to Vegas (0:1) and San Jose (1:4). After that, Washington traveled to Dallas, where they crushed the Stars (5:0). Goalie Vanecek gave a shutout performance having saved 29 shots on his goal.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, the teams scored goals in each period.
Ставка2nd period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 head-to-head matches out of 4, the teams scored more than one goal in the second period.
Tip and bets
Neither Pittsburgh nor Washington are in good form, but the Penguins will be playing at home, which gives them a slight edge in this match. We will be backing the hosts here.
Our prediction - Pittsburgh to win
The two sides prefer to play open attacking hockey in head-to-head games, which leads to a large number of goals. We suggest playing the total over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
