LiontipsTampa Bay vs Chicago. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 2, 2022).
Command Analysis
Tampa Bay are demonstrating solid performance and enjoying a winning streak of three games. However, only one of those games ended in regulation - the Lightning beat the Islanders with a score of 4:1. Goalie Vasilevskiy saved 94% of the shots and also gave an assist.
But the Lightning had problems in games against Detroit and Carolina. In both cases, Tampa celebrated success in overtime (2:1 OT and 4:3 OT, respectively). The home team sits in 6th place in the East but has a chance to strengthen the standings.
Chicagoare slumping. The team played two similar games against Vegas (4:5) and Buffalo (5:6). In both cases, the Blackhawks had a three-goal lead but gave away the victory. Goalie Lankinen was unreliable, he saved only 84% of the shots.
The Blackhawks had no chance against Florida - they made 37 shots on goal but simply couldn't find the back of the net. As a result - a crushing 0:4 defeat to the Panthers.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games, goals were scored in each period.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
More than 1 goal was scored in 4 of the last 6 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
Tampa have gained momentum and will be looking to chalk up two points in the upcoming home game. The Lightning have a better team and should overcome Chicago, who are in poor form.
Our prediction - handicap (-1.5) to Tampa Bay
Most of the games between these two clubs have been high-scoring because the two sides prefer an open attacking brand of hockey. We suggest playing the total over.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
