LiontipsCarolina vs Boston. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 4, 2022).
Command Analysis
Carolina are one of the main contenders for the Stanley Cup this season. They finished in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference and confidently defeated the Boston Bruins in the first game of their last-16 match (5:1).
The Hurricanes looked great both on defense and in attack, didn't give enough space to the opponents in the zone and successfully converted their chances. Moreover, the Canes once again proved that they are the best at defending against power plays by not allowing the Bruins to capitalize on their man advantage.
Last year, Boston lost in the second round of the playoffs, and obviously they don't want to get a worse result in the current season. However, the Bruins have a weaker team this time and basically can rely only on their first attacking line.
The Hurricanes were able to neutralize Marchand, Pastrnak, and Bergeron - none of the Boston Big 3 could score. The Bruins faced problems against Carolina every time during the regular season, and their challenge is to find a way to defeat the Hurricanes.
Trends
СтавкаBoston IT under 2.5 goals
Boston scored fewer than 3 goals in their last 4 games against the Hurricanes.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
Fewer than 2 goals were scored in the first period in 4 of the last 5 games between the clubs.
Tip and bets
Boston are a comfortable opponent for Carolina - today's hosts won all games against the Bruins this season. We believe, that the Hurricanes will get another confident victory in the second game of the match. They are more reliable on defense and easily convert their scoring chances.
Our prediction - Carolina to win
In the last four games against Carolina, Boston scored no more than two goals. We suggest playing the individual total of the visitors.
Second bet - Boston IT under 2.5 goals
