LiontipsCarolina vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 5, 2022).
Command Analysis
Carolina are currently in 1st place in the East, but they have recently suffered a dip in form. The Hurricanes yielded to Detroit (3:4 OT) and got crushed by Washington with a score of 0:4.
The Hurricanes will be looking for redemption at home. This season, they have been excellent at their home arena and won 18 home games in regulation.
Pittsburgh are inconsistent, but despite that they managed to secure the 4th line in the East. The Penguins have earned a total of 76 points. After losing in three consecutive matches, the Pens mounted a winning streak. They beat the Rangers (1:0), Columbus (3:2) and Tampa (5:1).
In general, Mike Sullivan's men look more confident on their travels rather than at home, and they suffered only six regulation-time defeats away this season.
Trends
СтавкаIT Pittsburgh over 2.5 goals
Pittsburgh scored more than 2 goals in each of their last 2 games.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
Fewer than 2 goals were scored in the first period in 4 out of 5 games between the clubs.
Tip and bets
Pittsburgh are on a three-game winning streak and they will be looking to keep it. The Penguins have a good chance to top the Eastern Conference standings if they win here. Carolina looked poor against Washington, and we are not convinced they will be at their best today.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) to Pittsburgh
No more than six goals were scored in most games between the two clubs. Carolina have one of the best defenses in the NHL, and the Pens have also been solid on the defensive lately.
Second bet - total under 6.5 goals
