LiontipsWinnipeg vs Columbus. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 26, 2022).
Command Analysis
Winnipeg are five points behind the 8th line and the teams seems to lack the stamina for that final push. In the last three games, the Jets celebrated success over Chicago (6:4) and Vegas (4:0), but suffered an unexpected defeat to Ottawa (2:5).
The Jets often fail in defense and, if their opponents are successful in attack, they struggle to pull themselves together and turn around the game.
Columbus are in 9th place in the Eastern Conference, which is a big achievement for the team. However, they won't qualify for the playoffs this season. In their recent outings, the Blue Jackets were crushed by Washington (2:7), prevailed over St. Louis (5:4), and then suffered a devastating defeat to Pittsburgh (1:5).
Brad Larsen's charges build their game through attack and average three goals per game. But the Jackets lost in regulation in more than half of their games away.
Trends
СтавкаIT Columbus over 2.5 goals
Columbus have scored more than 2 goals in their last 3 games against Winnipeg.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 4 of the 5 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Columbus can put up a good fight in the upcoming fixture. They have already beaten the Jets this season (3:0 at home). Moreover, they have had a few days of rest, unlike Winnipeg, who have just played a game against Ottawa. We expect the Jackets to at least not lose in regulation.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (+1) to Columbus
Most of the recent head-to-head games were high-scoring, and we expect another thriller in the upcoming match. Winnipeg concede a lot even at home, and the Blue Jackets always stick to an open brand of hockey.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
