LiontipsNashville vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 16, 2022).
Command Analysis
Nashville continue to deliver solid perfomance in the regular season. In their last five games, the Predators suffered only one defeat - they got crushed by St. Louis (4:7). Goalie Saros had a terrible game and managed to save only 84% of the shots. After losing to the Blues, the Preds immediately bounced back and beat Minnesota (6:2). Forward Josi earned four points by scoring a double and giving two assists.
In general, Nashville are in good team form and sit in the 6th position in the Western Conference standings with 72 points to their name.
Pittsburgh played their last three games at the home arena. They had a poor performance against Florida and allowed the visitors to take the lead in the first period. Goalie Jarry saved only 86% of the shots. As a result - a 3:4 defeat in regulation.
After that, the Penguins celebrated success over such dangerous opponents as Vegas (5:2) and Carolina (4:2).
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored goals in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Pittsburgh
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, Pittsburgh opened the scoring.
Tip and bets
Both teams are in great form and consistently chalk up points. But the Penguins are very confident and successful on road trips, so we will give them a slight edge in the upcoming game.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Pittsburgh
The opponents have formidable attacking lines and often score large numbers of goals. We suggest taking the total over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
