LiontipsBoston vs Columbus. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 3, 2022).
Command Analysis
The Boston Bruins are in 7th place in the East with a total of 89 points. In the last six outings, the team suffered only one defeat, to Toronto (4:6). Right after losing to the Maple Leafs, the Bruins crushed New Jersey with a score of 8:1.
The team is on top form and all the key players are in the ranks. Boston should finish the regular season without any problems barring serious injuries. The Bruins average about three goals per game and will be looking to deliver a solid performance today.
The Columbus Blue Jackets sit in 10th place in the Eastern Conference table with a total of 69 points. Unlike the hosts, the team is in poor form and has a five-game losing streak. In the last three outings, the Blue Jackets lost to Minnesota (2:3 OT) and were defeated by the Islanders twice (3:4 and 2:5).
The team is unreliable in defense and concedes an average of over three goals per game. The Jackets celebrated only nine regulation-time victories away from home. Brad Larsen's side has a very difficult game schedule ahead and will be hoping to avoid injuries.
Trends
СтавкаColumbus IT over 2 goals
Columbus have scored more than two goals in their last three games.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In three out of five games of Boston, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
We believe that Columbus can put up a close fight in the upcoming fixture. The Blue Jackets have a good record against the Bruins. Boston are in good shape, but we don't think they will win by a 3-goal margin.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (+2.5) to Columbus
In previous head-to-head games, Columbus often scored more than twice, and the Bruins average about three goals per game at home. We suggest playing the total over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
