LiontipsToronto vs Carolina. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 17, 2022).
Command Analysis
Toronto have been inconsistent this season, but they managed to get a foothold in the top-5 in the East. The Maple Leafs haven't enjoyed a winning streak in quite a long time. Moreover, they recently lost to the main outsiders of the NHL, Arizona (4:5 ОТ) and Buffalo (2:5).
On the other hand, the Leafs beat Dallas at home (4:0). The club has one of the best attacks in the league and regularly score more than three goals in one game.
Carolinaare in 2nd place in the Eastern COnference table, but they can make it to the top - the Hurricanes are just one point behind Florida. Unlike Toronto, the Canes recently mounted a four-game winning streak, but after successful games against Colorado (2:0) and Philadelphia (3:1) they yielded to Pittsburgh (2:4) away from home.
Rod BrindAmour's side haven't play for five days, receiving the much-needed rest. Also, Carolina are the best in the NHL at defending against power play.
Trends
СтавкаIT Carolina over 2.5 goals
The Canes have scored more than 2 goals in their last 5 games against Toronto.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 4 out of 5 games between the clubs, no more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Carolina are more consistent than Toronto and they have had more time to rest and recover. The Canes have a good record against their hosts, so we suggest playing their victory in the upcoming game.
Our prediction - Carolina to win
Carolina can boast the best defense in the NHL. Toronto will have a difficult time trying to break through the Canes' defenses, and we do not expect them to score more than two goals.
Second bet - Toronto IT under 3 goals
