LiontipsTampa Bay vs Toronto. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
Tampa suffered a devastating 0:5 defeat at Toronto in the first game of the last-16 match. The defensive line was unreliable, and goalie Vasilevskiy saved only 84% of the shots. In the second game, the Lightning managed to level the score - they prevailed over the opponent thanks to a solid performance on offense (5:3). In particular, we would mention Victor Hedman, who scored a goal and gave three assists.
In the first home game, Tampa lost with a score of 2:5. Today the team will be looking for redemption.
Toronto look quite good in this match. The Maple Leafs currently lead the series at 2:1. After crushing the Lightning in the first game, they failed to build on their success and lost, but in the first game at Tampa Bay, the Leafs got their lead back. In the last game, Pierre Engvall chalked up the most points by giving three assists.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored goals in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Toronto
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, Toronto scored first.
Tip and bets
In the second game, Tampa proved that they can beat Toronto, but the Lightning need to fix their problems on defense. Considering their home advantage, we expect Tampa to give a good effort today and level the score in the match.
Our prediction - Tampa to win
We believe the opponents will play an open game and deliver a high performance. Both teams have a lot of attacking potential and should overcome the total of six goals.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
