LiontipsNashville vs Los Angeles. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 19, 2022).
Command Analysis
Nashville were off to a good start in the new NHL season - the Predators confidently defeated San Jose in two games (4:1, 3:2). After that, however, the team lost to Dallas at home (1:4). They made 31 shots but scored only one goal. In the second game against the Stars, Nashville suffered another crushing defeat (1:5). Goalie Saros had a bad game and managed to save only 80% of the shots.
Los Angeles lost the first two games of the season. First, they yielded to Vegas (3:4), then were defeated by Seattle (1:4). The Kings found redemption at Minnesota, where they edged a win in a high-scoring thriller (7:6). In their fourth game, Los Angeles faced Detroit. They were close to a victory, but the Red Wings leveled the score 40 seconds before the siren. In the end, the Kings won in overtime (4:3 OT).
Trends
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 5 head-to-head games out of 6, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.
Ставка1st goal: Nashville
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, Nashville scored first.
Tip and bets
Nashville have a good opportunity to recover from two losses. The Preds have home advantage here, and we think they will be able to defeat the Kings, who don't look very confident despite two straight wins. We will be backing the home team here.
Our prediction - Nashville to win
Both sides frequently have problems on the defensive, and they usually stick to open hockey in head-to-head games. We expect a large number of goals in this match.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
