LiontipsColorado vs Vancouver. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 24, 2022).
Command Analysis
Colorado top the Western Conference table and lead the overall NHL standings. The Avalanche recently had a slight dip in form when they lost two games in a row, but after that they mounted a four-game winning streak.
The Avalanche beat Los Angeles (3:0) and San Jose (5:3) away, and prevailed over Edmonton (3:2 OT) at home. This season, Bednar's men lost only three home games in regulation. Colorado are in top-5 when in comes to capitalizing on man advantage (24.8%), but at the same time, they are not great at defending against power play.
In theory, Vancouver can still qualify for the playoffs, but they are too inconsistent this season and we doubt the Canuck will be able to deliver the necessary results. After a victory over New Jersey (6:3), Vancouver lost three games in a row - to Detroit (0:1), Calgary (2:5), and Buffalo (2:3 ОТ).
The Canucks should be able to defeat the outsiders such as Buffalo at their home court, but they don't. Moreover, some of their key players, like forwards Nils Höglander and Jason Dickinson and defenceman Kyle Burroughs, are currently out injured.
Trends
СтавкаIT Vancouver under 2.5 goals
Vancouver have scored under 3 goals in 3 of their last 5 games against Colorado.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 4 of the previous 5 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Colorado are in excellent form, which cannot be said about Vancouver, who lose even to outsiders. The Avalanche have played against the Canucks twice in this season, and in both games they celebrated success in regulation.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1) to Colorado
Six or more goals were scored in most of Colorado's games this season, including games against the Canucks. We suggest taking the over here.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
