LiontipsDetroit vs Pittsburgh NHL Match Preview and Betting Odds
Command Analysis
Current Form
The Detroit Red Wings have played two games since the break, securing convincing victories in both. First, Derek Lalonde's team triumphed over the Chicago Blackhawks in Illinois with a score of 4-2, coming back from a 1-2 deficit midway through the match. A day later, the Wings returned home and fielded a reserve squad. The Red Wings' minor league team kept the Hawks from scoring against Alex Lyon and Cam Talbot, netting two unanswered goals in the second period (2-0).
Interesting Betting Trends
- The Red Wings block 16 shots on average per game
- The players from Detroit register over 28 shots on their opponents' goal
Current Form
Pittsburgh is still in training mode, offering newcomers a chance to showcase their skills ahead of the new season. Despite Jesse Puljujärvi scoring three goals, the Penguins faced a heavy defeat in Buffalo during their first game after the break, losing 3-7. Back home, the Pens fielded a slightly more experienced lineup against the Sabres, but this did not lead to victory as they lost 2-3. Sidney Crosby’s squad has struggled defensively in September, conceding ten goals over two matches.
Interesting Betting Trends
- The Penguins win 54.6% of faceoffs
- Pittsburgh averages 17 power plays per game
Trends
Bet 2nd Period: Total Over 1.5 Goals
In all preseason matches involving these teams, the second periods have proven to be high-scoring
1.44Tip and bets
Detroit started their preseason with a solid offensive performance in their first game but struggled in the second after a decent middle period. Pittsburgh, on the other hand, had much higher-scoring games, conceding ten goals over two matches. The teams have a history of high-scoring encounters, with their last three matchups featuring at least nine goals. We believe that reaching seven goals won't pose a challenge for the players from Michigan and Pennsylvania. Let's place a bet on the total number of goals scored.
Prediction - total over 6.5 goals at odds of 2.08
Betting on the Outcome
Detroit appears poised to field its starters after their victory over Chicago last night. The Penguins are likely to rest their key players for the home game against the Wings taking place on the ice in Pennsylvania on October 2. We don’t believe the visitors will pose a significant challenge. We are betting on the home team to win in regulation.
Backing Detroit to win in regulation at 1.95
