LiontipsMinnesota vs Los Angeles. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 16, 2022).
Command Analysis
Minnesotahave a very powerful team and can become one of the leaders in the West this season. A lot is expected from the Wild due to their excellent performance last year, so the players and the coach are under a lot of pressure. In the opening game of the season, Minnesota lost to the Rangers (3:7). The team was unreliable on defense and couldn't stop New York's attacks.
Last season, Los Angeles barely made it into the playoffs, but that still was a big achievement for the team. In the preseason, the Kings looked poor, and their first two games in the regular season ended in defeats. Los Angeles lost to Vegas (3:4) and Seattle (1:4). McLellan will likely give Cal Petersen a shot in the upcoming game and bench Quick.
Trends
СтавкаIT Minnesota over 2.5 goals
The Wild scored more than 2 goals in 4 out of 5 games against the Kings.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5
In 4 out of 5 games of Minnesota, at least 2 goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Minnesota got crushed in the opening game of the new season, but we don't think they will lose to the Kings. Los Angeles are a comfortable opponent for the Wild, they lost the previous two games, and we expect Minnesota to capitalize on their home advantage and beat the Kings in regulation.
Our prediction - Minnesota to win
The games between these two teams are often high-scoring. We expect an open game and multiple attacks from both sides. Take the over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
