LiontipsBoston vs Carolina. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
Boston lost the first two games on the road, but they managed to snatch a win at home - the Bruins got a 4:2 victory over Carolina and are hoping to build on their success in the second home game.
We can't say that the Bruins radically changed something in their game, but their leaders finally found the back of the net - David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand and Taylor Hall delivered the goals. Bruce Cassidy's men also were more reliable on defense and allowed the opponent less than 30 shots.
Carolina earned most of the points in the regular season at their home arena. They were inconsistent on their travels, and we can say that this problem hasn't been fixed. The Panthers looked terrible in their first game at Boston.
The team had man advantage five times, but they couldn't capitalize on it. Moreover, they conceded a goal while having power play and two goals when they were one man down. Nevertheless, Rod BrindAmour's men still have the lead in the series.
Trends
СтавкаCarolina IT over 2.5 goals
In 4 out of 5 games, Carolina scored more than 2 goals against Boston.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 of the 5 meetings between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Carolina had a disaster of a game yesterday and will hope to bounce back in their second away game. We believe that if the Hurricanes focus, they will get a confident victory over the Bruins.
Our prediction - Carolina to win
Carolina scored more than two goals in almost all of their games against Boston this season. The Bruins play open hockey, and we think that the Canes will overcome the individual total of 2.5 goals.
Second bet - Carolina IT over 2.5 goals
