LiontipsBoston vs Ottawa. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 21, 2023).
Command Analysis
Boston remain the undisputed leader of the Eastern Conference and the overall league standings. The team has once again mounted a three-game winning streak. They beat Winnipeg (3:0) and Minnesota (5:2) away, and in the last game, the Bruins crushed Buffalo with a score of 7:0.
In two out of the three games, Montgomery's team conceded under three goals. The club usually shows better results at home, they only lost three home games in regulation.
Ottawa are struggling to find their game and have been in poor form for a while. They are currently six points behind the top eight, but still have a theoretical chance of making it to the playoffs. They have lost five consecutive games before finally winning against Pittsburgh (2:1) away.
Even in that last game against the Pens, the Senators were very lucky and barely avoided conceding goals, while allowing their opponent to make 49 shots. Usually, DJ Smith's men concede three to four goals per game on their travels.
Trends
Ставка Boston IT over 3.5 goals
Boston have scored over three goals in their last two games.
Ставка 1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In three out of four games between the clubs, the first period had more than one goal.
Tip and bets
Boston should get an easy victory in this match. The team is currently in excellent form, the Bruins won the previous three games, and facing an outsider such as Ottawa at home should be easy enough.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-2) to Boston
Despite all their difficulties, the Senators always try to play open hockey. This usually leads to high-scoring matches with their participation.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
