LiontipsColumbus vs Detroit. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 4, 2022).
Command Analysis
Columbus managed to break their four-game losing streak. The team got a three-goal victory over the Winnipeg Jets (4:1). Goalie Korpisalo had a fantastic game, he saved 37 out of 38 shots he faced. Forward Gaudreau was excellent, too - he provided three assists. Before that, the Blue Jackets had a home series, where they showed poor results and had only one decent game, against Vegas (2:3 SO).
Detroit broke their winning streak and lost at home to Toronto (2:4). After that, the team had a close game against Buffalo. The Red Wings scored three goals in the third period to level, but then lost in a shootout (4:5 SO). In the last game, Detroit faced the leaders of the Western Conference Vegas. They suffered a (1:4) defeat to the Golden Knights.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Detroit
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, Detroit scored the first goal.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 4 head-to-head games in a row, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Detroit are technically the favorites in this fixture, but the team is on a three-game losing streak and we are not convinced they will be able to overcome Columbus away. The Blue Jackets should capitalize on their home advantage and at the very least avoid losing in regulation.
Our prediction - Columbus to not lose
Both teams have been unimpressive on offense in their recent games. We do not expect many goals in this match and recommend taking the under.
Second bet - total under 6.5 goals
