LiontipsTampa Bay vs Edmonton. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (February 24, 2022).
Command Analysis
Tampa Bay are in great shape and continue to consistently earn points. The Lightning beat Arizona (4:3) and New Jersey (6:3) in the last two outings. Forward Stamkos netted three goals in these two games.
This season, the Lightning have experienced problems in games against the league favorites. For example, recently they lost to Vegas (2:3 SO) and Colorado (2:3). Tampa also struggled against San Jose, but prevailed in overtime in the end.
Edmonton were on a five-game winning streak, but in the last game they suffered a crushing defeat to Minnesota at home (3:7). Goalie Smith had a terrible game and was substituted off in the first period after conceding four goals.
Before that, the Oilers didn't have such serious problems on the defensive. They will be looking for redemption in the upcoming game at Tampa Bay.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored in each period.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Tampa are a strong home team and we doubt that Edmonton can beat them today. Both sides are on top form, but the Lightning are an uncomfortable opponent for the Oilers: Edmonton won only two of the last 10 games against Tampa.
Our prediction - Tampa Bay to win
We are predicting a high-scoring game here, since both sides can boast powerful attacking lines. More than 6 goals were scored in the previous games of the clubs.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
