LiontipsRangers vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 26, 2022).
Command Analysis
The Rangers are in the top-5 in the Eastern Conference with a total of 85 points. The team shows decent results this season and rarely suffers two defeats in a row. In the last three games away, New York beat Tampa (2:1) and Carolina (2:0), but quite unexpectedly lost to New Jersey (4:7).
Gerard Gallant's side will hope to bounce back and get a home win today. They lost only six home games in regulation this year and average three goals per game. Moreover, the Rangers had three days to rest and recover.
Pittsburgh are in 3rd place in the East with 88 points to their name. The Penguins were on a winning streak and crushed Columbus (5:1) before losing to Buffalo in a shootout (3:4 SO).
The Pens are great at defending against power play and neutralize 86,4% of their opponents' chances. Also, Mike Sullivan's men usually demonstrate solid play in the third period, which often helps them gain the upper hand over difficult opponents.
Trends
СтавкаIT Pittsburgh over 2.5 goals
Pittsburgh have scored more than 2 goals in the last 3 games.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 of the 5 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Pittsburgh are the favorites in the upcoming game. They have been consistent throughout the season and have defeated the Rangers in regulation in previous head-to-head games. Moreover, Sullivan's side hasn't lost in regulation in four games in a row.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) to Pittsburgh
In most head-to-head games, the teams have overcome the total. Pittsburgh average three goals per game, and the Rangers also score a lot at Madison Square Garden.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
