LiontipsRangers vs Anaheim. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 18, 2022).
Command Analysis
The Rangers started the season with a home victory over Tampa Bay (3:1), after which they crushed Minnesota (7:3) away. Gerard Gallant's men then played against Winnipeg, which was their second match in two days. The Rangers lost (1:4). Overall, the team is looking good, they demonstrate beautiful hockey and are not afraid to open up. Mika Zibanejad has already scored two goals and given two assists in the new season.
Anaheim played well against Seattle in the opening match and got a well-deserved victory in overtime (5:4 OT). But in the following game against the Islanders, the Ducks were absolutely helpless both in attack and on defense, and suffered a devastating (1:7) defeat. In both games, the team made no more than 30 shots on goal, which might speak of serious problems on the offensive.
Trends
СтавкаAnaheim IT under 2.5 goals
In 3 head-to-head games out of 5, Ahaneim scored no more than twice.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 head-to-head games out of 5, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
The Rangers are the favorites in this fixture. They might not be on top form, but overall look more confident that their visitors. In most home games against the Ducks, New York won in regulation. We expect the same in the upcoming game.
Our prediction - Rangers to win
Ahaheim were unreliable on defense in two games and conceded a lot. Plus, there were more than five goals in most previous meetings between the teams, so we suggest taking the over here.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
