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Rangers vs Tampa: prediction for the NHL game
New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning square off in the opening game of the new NHL season. What to expect from the teams? Look out for our prediction below.
Command Analysis
New York Rangers
USAThe Rangerswere unimpressive in the preseason. They suffered defeats in four games out of six. No doubt that the fans expected more from the team after a successful performance last year, when the Rangers reached the third playoffs round.
In the last two games, the Rangers yielded to Boston (4:5) and the Islanders (1:3). We haven't yet been able to enjoy the Rangers' famous system play, which they demonstrated last season.
Tampa Bay Lightning
USATampa Bayhave recently been one of the favorites in the NHL. In the previous three years, the team won the Stanley Cup twice and last season, they reached the final despite their inconsistent form. Though some star players left the club in the offseason, we wouldn't underestimate the Lightning.
In the preseason, Tampa Bay looked bleak. The team lost four out of five games and managed only one victory - they beat Florida (5:2).
Trends
СтавкаIT Tampa under 2.5 goals
In 4 out of 5 games, the Lightning scored less than three goals.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In the previous 4 games between the clubs, less than 2 goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Rangers have a good chance to start the season with a win. Tampa endured too many changes in the offseason and didn't look good in recent games. The hosts have almost the same team they did last year, which gives them an advantage over the visitors.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) to Rangers
We do not expect a barnburner here. The Rangers under Gallant usually don't score a lot, plus both sides have excellent goalies. Take the under.
Second bet - total under 5.5 goals
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