LiontipsRangers vs Pittsburgh. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 16, 2022).
Command Analysis
The Rangers suffered two devastating defeats to Pittsburgh (4:7 and 2:7). Igor Shesterkin gave poor performance in both games and was substituted off in second and third periods, respectively. But New York recovered and got two victories in a row (both with a score of 5:3) in the last two outings. Last night, Mika Zibanejad chalked up four points - he gave two assists and scored a double.
Pittsburgh had a confident lead after four games, but demonstrated terrible defensive performance in the last two games and allowed the Rangers to level the score in the series. Goalie Domingue was unreliable in goal; he saved only 89% of the shots. Before those two defeats, the Penguins looked great on offense, and forward Crosby earned a total of five points.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 5 head-to-head games in a row, the teams scored in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Pittsburgh
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, Pittsburgh scored first.
Tip and bets
The Rangers have found their form and delivered two impressive performances in the last games. They looked solid in attack and exploited Pittsburgh's defensive problems. We believe that the Rangers will have another great game and advance to the quarterfinals.
Our prediction - Rangers to win
The teams usually play open hockey against each other, so we are used to seeing high performance in head-to-head games. We suggest taking the over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
