LiontipsNew Jersey vs Chicago. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 7, 2022).
Command Analysis
New Jersey are level on points with Boston. Thy were on a three-game winning streak before losing to Nashville (3:4 ОТ). In the following game, the Devils beat Philadelphia (3:2). Lindy Ruff's charges lost only three home games in regulation and didn't usually concede more than two goals. The top scorers for New Jersey are Bratt, Hughes, and Hischier, who have earned more than 25 points each.
Chicago are one of the main outsiders in the West. It is unlikely that the Blackhawks will make it into the playoffs, because right now they are nine points behind the top-8. Recently, the Hawks managed to beat the Rangers (5:2), but after that, they got crushed by the Islanders (0:3). Chicago have problems both on defense and in attack, and they usually show their worst performance in first periods.
Trends
СтавкаIT New Jersey over 3.5 goals
In 2 out of 3 games against Chicago, the hosts scored more than 3 goals.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5
In 5 previous games of Chicago, fewer than 2 goals were scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
New Jersey have been consistent throughout the season. They don't normally lose to outsiders, and Chicago are definitely one of the weakest teams in the league this year. We will be backing the Devils in this fixture.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1.5) to New Jersey
We predict at least seven goals in this game. New Jersey are excellent on offense, and Chicago concede a lot, and their only chance is to try and go all out in attack. Take the over.
Second bet - total over 6.5 goals
