LiontipsIslanders vs St Louis. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 7, 2022).
Command Analysis
The Islanders are in fifth place in the Eastern Conference and have recenlty enjoyed a series of four victories. After that, they lost to Philadelphia (1:3) and Nashville (1:4), but then bounced back and beat Chicago (3:0). Lane Lambert's men are very active in a foreign zone and take many shots, but sometimes struggle to convert their chances. The team is very disciplined on defense and concedes an average of two goals in home games.
St. Louis are slumping - they have a four-game losing streak. After a defeat to Carolina (4:6), they lost to Pittsburgh (2:6) and the Rangers (4:6). In total, the Blues conceded 12 goals in three games. This season, Craig Berube's charges are unreliable on defense, they usually concede four or more goals. Their worst periods are second and third.
Trends
СтавкаIT Islanders over 3.5 goals
In the last 3 games, St. Louis conceded more than 5 goals.
Tip and bets
The Islanders are solid at home and usually confidently win against any opponents. St. Louis are in a downturn, and are unlikely to put up a fight against the Isles after four defeats in a row. Moreover, last month Lambert's team beat the Blues away from home.
Our prediction - Islanders to win
Previous games of St. Louis were high-scoring, and we expect another exciting match with many goals here, because both sides play open hockey and are dangerous on offense.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
