LiontipsSeattle vs Islanders. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (January 1, 2022).
Command Analysis
Seattle had a chance to mount a three-game winning streak, but after two wins they suffered three defeats in a row. The Kraken yielded to Vancouver in a shootout (5:6 SO), then put up a good fight against Calgary at home (2:3), and finally, they were thrashed by Edmonton (2:7).
The Islanders, on the other hand, were on a losing streak, but managed to deliver excellent performances in the last three matches. They confidently defeated Florida and Pittsburgh with the same score of 5:1, and then overcame Columbus at home (2:1) in a surprisingly close game.
Trends
СтавкаFirst goal: Islanders
In 3 games out of 4, the Islanders scored the first goal.
Ставка3rd period: total over 1.5 goals
The teams scored more than one goal in the third period in all head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
We do not expect Seattle do show anything extraordinary tonight, even though they are playing at home. The Islanders have looked more convincing of late, so we will give them the edge here.
Our prediction - Islanders to win
Seattle are making too many mistakes on defense, which is what's hurting them. The Kraken try to compensate for that by playing open hockey and being active in attack, which usually lead to high-scoring results.
Second bet -total over 5.5 goals
