LiontipsRangers vs New Jersey. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 5, 2022).
Command Analysis
The Rangers are in the top-6 in the East with a total of 73 points. The competition for the playoffs is very tight, so the Rangers can't afford to make any mistakes in the remaining games of the regular season. New York are avoiding long losing streaks and recently haven't suffered more than two defeats in a row.
After losing to Pittsburgh (0:1) and Vancouver (2:5), New York got the upper hand over St. Louis (5:3). Gerard Gallant's men lost only five home games in regulation this season, and on average they scored three goals per game.
New Jersey lack consistency throughout the season. The Devils like to play on collision course and often forget about their defenses. Due to poor results, the team have no chance of making it to the playoffs.
After crushing Pittsburgh (6:1), the Devils lost to Chicago (5:8), and then defeated Vancouver (7:2) before yielding to Columbus (3:4). Lindy Ruff's men celebrated success in regulation only in seven games away.
Trends
СтавкаIT Rangers over 3 goals
In 3 out of 5 games, the Devils conceded more than 3 goals.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
New Jersey scored more than one goal in the first 20 minutes in their last 5 games.
Tip and bets
The Rangers have superior quality and they act more reliably on the defensive. In previous games against the Devils, New York often recorded confident victories by large margins. Moreover, the Rangers almost never lose to outsiders at Madison Square Garden.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1) to the Rangers
We believe that we will see a large number of goals scored in the upcoming game. New Jersey rarely sit on the defensive, and the Rangers also play an open attacking brand of hockey. The two sides have already met in this season, and back then they scored more than five goals.
Our prediction - total over 5.5 goals
