LiontipsCalgary vs Minnesota. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
Calgary won most home games this season. In the last four games, they suffered only one defeat, to Montreal (1:2). Only one out of 46 shots reached the target. The Flames had much better games against Florida (6:2) and Washington (5:2). They also snatched a victory from Arizona by scoring on power play at the very end of regulation time.
Minnesota have gained momentum and mounted a four-game winning streak. The Wild didn't win all of those games confidently; for instance, they beat Anaheim and Dallas in shootouts (5:4 and 6:5, respectively). The Wild almost lost to Arizona, too - they conceded two goals in the third period, alowing the Coyotes to level, but managed to score the winning goal in regulation (4:3).
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Calgary
In 3 head-to-head games in a row, Calgary scored first.
СтавкаGoal in each period: no
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, the teams didn't score in each period.
Tip and bets
Both sides are on top form and it is hard to pick a favorite here. But the Flames will enjoy home advantage, so we give them a slight edge - usually, Calgary are successful at home.
Our prediction -Calgary to win
Minnesota concede a lot, but they compensate for that with high offensive performance. We recommend taking the over.
Second bet - total over 5.5 goals
