LiontipsColumbus vs Minnesota. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 12, 2022).
Command Analysis
Columbus are slumping and have suffered defeats in their last four outings. The Blue Jackets put up fights against Los Angeles and Boston but yielded in overtime and a penalty shootout, respectively.
After that, the Jackets had a good game against Toronto but nevertheless lost in regulation (4:5). Goalie Merzlikin was able to save only 84% of the Maple Leafs' shots. In the last game, Columbus got crushed by the Islanders in New York (0:6).
Minnesota have recovered from their dip in form and started chalking up points. They beat the Rangers with a score of 5:2, and forward Marcus Foligno scored three points by giving two assists and netting a goal. Goalie Cam Talbot had a great game and saved 92% of the shots.
The Wild built on their success by getting a hard-earned victory over Detroit with a score of 6:5. Matt Boldy deserved praise for scoring a double against the Red Wings.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Minnesota
Minnesota scored first in the last 4 games between the clubs.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In the last 4 head-to-head games, more than 1 goal was scored in the 1st period.
Tip and bets
Minnesota were great in the last two games. They will be looking to pick up maximum points in the upcoming match and strengthen their standings. Columbus are in poor form, and we don't believe that they can create problems for the Wild today.
Our prediction - Minnesota to win
We are predicting a high-scoring result in this game. Columbus have been weak on the defensive, and Minnesota are one of the highest-scoring clubs in their conference.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
