Calgary vs Edmonton. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 19, 2022).

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The Flames take on the Oilers in the quarterfinals of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Who will start the series with a victory? Here's our prediction.

Command Analysis

Calgary Flames

Calgary were strong favorites in their last-16 match against Dallas, since they were much more convincing in the regular season. However, the Stars put up a good fight, and the teams played seven games to determine who gets to advance to the quarterfinals. In the last game, the Flames snatched a win in overtime (3:2 OT).

Edmonton Oilers

Edmonton had a similar situation in their last-16 match. The Oilers were considered favorites, but Los Angeles managed to create problems for the Canadian side. After five games, the Kings were in the lead, but the Oilers delivered solid performance in the final two games (4:2 and 2:0). Goaltender Smith made a total of 59 saves.

Trends

СтавкаGoal in each period - yes

In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored in each period.

1.44

Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals

In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.

1.77

Tip and bets

TipCalgary to win

2.04

Calgary have enjoyed a successful season and proved that they can fight for a semifinal berth, at the very least. The Flames showed solid defensive performance in the first round of the playoffs, and they will be a serious challenge for the Oilers' attack. We will be backing the hosts in this game.

Our prediction - Calgary to win

Will the prediction win?

TipTotal over 5.5 goals

1.68

The two sides usually stick to open hockey in head-to-head games, which leads to high-scoring results. We suggest taking the over.

Second prediction - total over 5.5 goals

Will the prediction win?