LiontipsNew Jersey vs Carolina. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 23, 2022).
Command Analysis
New Jersey occupy the 14th line in the Eastern Conference table with almost no chance to improve their position. The Devils lost in three of the last four games - after defeats to Colorado (1:3) and Seattle (3:4 SO), the team prevailed over Vegas (3:2), but then got crushed by Buffalo (2:5).
The Devils often concede three or even more goals. Due to such poor defensive performance, Lindy Raff's men won only ten home games in regulation. They also convert only 15.8% of their power play chances.
Carolina are currently in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference. They have a tough road trip coming up and need to collect maximum points in order to retain their position.
After two consecutive defeats, the Hurricanes defeated Arizona (5:3), and made an impressive comeback against Winnipeg (4:2). They were losing 0:2 after two periods and scored four goals in the last 20 minutes. Sebastian Aho is currently the Hurricanes' top-scoring player with a total of 78 points.
Trends
СтавкаIT New Jersey over 2.5 goals
In 3 out of 4 games, Carolina conceded more than 2 goals.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
More than one goal was scored in the first period in the last 5 games between the clubs.
Tip and bets
Carolina have been unimpressive in recent games. The last time they won against the Devils in New Jersey was about five years ago, and we think that the hosts will not lose in regulation today. Previous head-to-head games were pretty close, so we will risk backing the underdogs.
Our first bet - Asian handicap (+1.5) to New Jersey
Carolina often conceded more than two goals to New Jersey. The Devils can force the Hurricanes to open up and catch them on counterattacks. We suggest playing the individual total of the hosts.
Our second bet - New Jersey IT over 2.5 goals
