LiontipsBoston vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (February 9, 2022).
Command Analysis
Bostonare in 8th position in the East with a total of 55 points. Recently, the team has been struggling to mount a winning streak. The Bruins defeated Arizona (2:1) before getting crushed by Dallas (1:6), and then prevailed over Seattle (3:2) at home.
The Bruins average three goals per game, and Brad Marchand is the club's top scoring player with 48 goals and assists. The hosts will be looking to get the momentum going in the upcoming game at their home arena.
Pittsburgh are currently on the 6th line of the Eastern Conference table. The team is in a downturn: after showing excellent results for a long time, the Penguins lost four games in a row. The good news is, they still managed to chalk up three points.
The Pens couldn't beat Detroit (2:3 SO), lost to Los Angeles in regulation (3:4) and to Washington in overtime (3:4 OT). The team took the lead against the Capitals twice, but failed to keep the advantage. In general, Mike Sullivan's men often succeed in regulation away from home.
Trends
СтавкаBoston IT over 2.5 goals
In 3 out of 5 games, Pittsburgh conceded more than 2 goals.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 3 out of 5 Boston games, fewer than 2 goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Boston deliver solid results at home and often upset the leaders. Pittsburgh, on the other hand, are on a four-game losing streak, and moreover, Evgeny Malkin won't be able to help his team against the Bruins due to illness. We will be backing the hosts here.
Our prediction - Boston to win
We do not expect a barn-burner. Boston are very reliable on the defensive when they play at home, and the Pens often struggle to convert their chances in head-to-head games.
Second bet - total under 5.5 goals
