LiontipsSt. Louis vs Colorado. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL playoffs (May 22, 2022).
Command Analysis
The St. Louis Blues lost the first quarterfinal game in overtime. Despite the defeat, the Blues had a good game, especially goalie Binnington, who made a total of 51 saves. In the second game at Colorado, the Blues delivered excellent attacking performance and netted four goals (4:1). Forward Perron scored a double. Today the team will strive to build on their success and get a home victory.
The Colorado Avalanche were amazing in the first round of the playoffs and beat Nashville in four straight games. They also managed to outplay the Blues in the first game of the quarterfinal series, but loooked less confident (3:2 OT). In the second home game, the Avalanche had a poor performance on defence and suffered a crushing 1:4 defeat.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - no
In 3 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams failed to score in each period.
Ставка1st goal: St. Louis
In 4 head-to-head games out of 5, St. Louis scored the first goal.
Tip and bets
St. Louis will host the next two games of the series, where they have a good chance of taking the lead. The Blues have played well against Colorado in both games so far, and we believe they can get the upper hand today. Colorado weren't that convincing in the two home games, and frankly we are surprised by the odds that bookmakers give for St. Louis win. We will be backing the hosts today.
Our prediction - St. Louis to win
The teams haven't scored a lot in the first two games, and we do not expect a barnburner in the upcoming fixture, either. We suggest taking the under.
Second prediction -total under 6.5 goals
