LiontipsPhiladelphia vs Washington. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
Philadelphia won two of their last four home games. They celebrated success over the Islanders (3:1) and Colorado (5:3), but couldn't overcome such opponents as Tampa (1:2) and New Jersey (2:3). The Flyers will hope to get a confidence-boosting victory over the Capitals tonight.
Washington have lost many points in recent away games. They won only two out of five matches, beating Vancouver (5:1) and Edmonton (3:2). The Capitals were solid on defense, which allowed them to collect maximum points in those two games. They were close to defeating Seattle, too, but yielded in overtime (2:3 OT). In the othe rtwo games, the Capitals got crushed by New Jersey (1:5) and Calgary (2:5).
Trends
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, the teams scored more than one goal in the first period.
Ставка2nd period: Washington to score first
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, Washington scored the first goal in the second period.
Tip and bets
Washington regularly lose points on road trips. In 10 away games, the Capitals got only two wins, and we are not convinced they will be able to get the third one tonight. Philadelphia should take advantage of their opponents' poor form and at the very least not lose in regulation.
Our prediction - Philadelphia to not lose
Washington often concede large numbers of goals, but they have a powerful attacking line that they rely on. We predict a high-scoring game here.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
