LiontipsSeattle vs New Jersey. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 16, 2022).
Command Analysis
Seattlewill most likely remain in the penultimate place of the Western Conference table. Every now and then, the team demonstrates sparks of excellence, but overall the Kraken are inconsistent and not strong enough to challenge the leaders.
Last time the team lost more than two games in a row was about a month ago. In the last outings, the Kraken beat Chicago (2:0) away and suffered two defeats to Calgary (1:4 and 3:5). Dave Hakstall's men had three days to rest before the upcoming fight, so they should be in good shape today.
New Jersey are among the outsiders of the Eastern Conference. The team currently occupies 13th position in the table. In two of the last three games, however, the Devils celebrated success.
Lindy Ruff's men prevailed over Dallas (3:1) and Arizona (6:2) away before losing to Colorado with a score of 1:3. The Devils lack discipline in defense and concede about four goals on average. They have a poor away record and won only eight games in regulation this season.
Trends
СтавкаIT New Jersey over 2.5 goals
In 3 out of 4 games, New Jersey scored more than 2 goals.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 of the 5 games of New Jersey, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Neither side looks convincing today, but unlike New Jersey, Seattle had three days to rest before this game, while the Devils were on a road trip. Plus the Kraken have a home-court advantage. We will back the hosts in this fixture.
Our prediction - Seattle to win
New Jersey's previous games were high-scoring, and, considering both sides' defensive problems, we suggest taking the over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
