LiontipsColorado vs Nashville. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 6, 2022).
Command Analysis
Colorado secured the top line in the Western Conference standings and could afford to lose six of the last seven games in the regular season. The team focused on preparing for the Stanley Cup playoffs, and in the first game of their last-16 match against Nashville they demonstrated fantastic performance. The Avalanche crushed their opponent 7:2. The team scored five goals in the first period, and each player of the first line chalked up at least one point.
Nashville finished in 8th place in their conference and snatched the last-minute ticket to the playoffs, where they immediately faced one of the favorites. The Predators weren't ready for the opponent's onslaught and made too many mistakes on defense. Goalie Rittich had a terrible game and was substituted off in the first period after conceding five goals. The Preds will hope to make a quick recovery and deliver a better performance in the second game.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 5 head-to-head games in a row, the teams scored in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Colorado
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, Colorado scored the first goal.
Tip and bets
Colorado crushed Nashville in the first game and will be looking to build on their success. The Avalanche are head and shoulders above their visitors and should have no problems in the upcoming game. We will be backing the favorite today.
Our prediction - handicap (-2) to Colorado
Nashville had a poor defensive performance in the first game and allowed Colorado to score seven goals. We doubt the Preds can withhold their hosts' pressure in the second game and suggest taking the over.
Second bet - total over 6.5 goals
