LiontipsTampa vs Washington. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 30, 2023).
Command Analysis
Tampa Bay broke their losing streak, which had reached four games. The team celebrated success against Carolina with a score of 4-0. Goalie Vasilevskiy had a great game, saving 31 shots, thus achieving a shutout. Forward Point also deserves praise for scoring two goals and providing an assist. Before that, the Lightning had been in a slump and couldn't even handle obvious underdogs, such as Montreal (2-3) and Ottawa (2-7).
It seems that Washingtonwill not make it to the playoffs this year. In six games, the Capitals have only won once, against Chicago, beating the main underdog of the Western Conference 5-1. Then the team traveled to Pittsburgh and lost to the Penguins in a close battle 3-4. The Capitals almost sent the game into overtime, but conceded a goal a minute before the final siren. Back at home, Laviolette's team suffered a shootout defeat to the Islanders (1-2 SO).
Trends
Ставка 1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In five head-to-head games out of six, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Ставка 2nd period: Washington's first goal
In four head-to-head games out of five, Washington opened the scoring in the second period.
Tip and bets
Tampa have a much better chance of success in the upcoming game as the team will play at home. They will strive to take advantage of Washington's poor form and earn extra points - their latest success has boosted their confidence.
Our prediction is Tampa Bay to win
Both teams prefer attacking hockey, thanks to which they usually show high performance. Neither can boast of a reliable defense, so we recommend taking the over.
Second prediction - total over 6 goals
