LiontipsVancouver vs Winnipeg. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 18, 2022).
Command Analysis
After a crushing (0:3) defeat to Minnesota, Vancouver traveled to Calgary, where they put up a good fight against the Flames and eked out a win in a penalty shootout (4:3 SO). Goalie Martin saved 35 out of 38 shots. The Canucks usually win outside regulation - they couldn't get two points in any of their last eight games.
Winnipeg played three games at home before their trip to Vancouver. The Jets got a narrow victory over Nashville (2:1 OT) in overtime and lost to Washington (2:5) and Vegas (5:6). The team had a long successful streak earlier this season and managed to collect 39 points and get into the top-3 in the Western Conference.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Vancouver
In 4 head-to-head games in a row, the Canucks scored the first goal.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
The teams scored more than one goal in the first period in 3 head-to-head games out of 4.
Tip and bets
Bookmakers give almost even odds to victory of either side. However, we are convinced that the Jets will get a win in the upcoming game. Winnipeg suffered a dip in form, but overall, they are having a much better season than the Canucks. We will hedge out bet with a zero handicap.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Winnipeg
Vancouver have serious problems on defense and they regularly lose games because of those problems. This is a good chance for the Jets to realize their offensive potential. Take the over.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
