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Carolina vs Buffalo: prediction for the NHL game
The Hurricanes face the Sabres in the NHL on Thursday night. What to expect from this game? Look out for our prediction below.
Command Analysis
Carolina Hurricanes
USACarolina are second in the East with a total of 98 points. The team has been showing average performance of late. The Hurricanes defeated Montreal (4:0) at home, but in the next two games they suffered defeats to Minnesota (1:3) and Buffalo (2:4).
The Hurricanes made more shots on goal than the Sabres and in general looked more convincing, but they couldn't get control of the game. Perhaps, they can deliver a more successful performance at home.
Buffalo Sabres
USABuffalo have scored points in nine of their last ten games and have climbed onto the 12th line in the standings thanks to those results. The only game they lost in regulation was against Florida (3:5).
The Sabres have improved their attacking performance, but they remain one of the most conceding clubs in the NHL. On average they allow three to four goals in games away. Plus, the team neutralizes only 75,4% of the opponents' chances when defending against power play.
Trends
СтавкаCarolina IT over 3.5 goals
Buffalo concede an average of about 4 goals in games away.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 of the 4 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Hurricanes are in good form and they will be looking to avenge their recent defeat to Buffalo. We believe they will capitalize on their home advantage to secure a confident win in the upcoming fixture.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1.5) to Carolina
The teams scored over six goals in most of their recent head-to-head games. Carolina score a lot at home, and the Sabres have been showing high performance in their last 10 games.
Second bet - total over 6.5 goals
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