LiontipsOttawa vs Toronto. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 16, 2022).
Command Analysis
Ottawahave occupied one of the last lines in the Eastern Conference table throughout the season. The Senators didn't find their form and failed to even come close to the top-8. In the last two games, however, the team celebrated success.
The Senators beat Detroit (4:1) and Boston (3:2) away. They demonstrated character and came back from losing 0:2 to the Bruins. In general, DJ Smith's team uses primitive tactics and rarely earns points in games against the leaders.
Toronto have climbed up to the 3rd line in the Eastern Conference. Now the club is only two points behind Carolina, plus Toronto have a game in hand. Recently, the Maple Leafs have been delivering solid results.
After a crushing defeat to Buffalo (2:5), Sheldon Keefe's men beat Washington with a score of 7:3. The Leafs have earned points in almost all of their recent games, and they demonstrate good performance during power play.
Trends
СтавкаToronto IT over 3.5 goals
In 4 out of 7 games, Toronto scored more than 3 goals.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In the last 4 head-to-head games, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Toronto are the favorites in the upcoming fixture. The Leafs have looked amazing recently, despite their defeat to Buffalo, while Ottawa have struggled to stay afloat throughout the entire season. Keefe's men have defeated the Senators twice this season, and they should do it again today.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1.5) to Toronto
Ottawa rarely score more than two goals against Toronto. The Senators struggle to convert their chances, and despite being active on the offensive and taking many shots, they don't score a lot. We suggest playing the individual total of the hosts.
Second bet - Ottawa IT under 2.5 goals
