LiontipsColumbus vs. Edmonton. NHL match prediction and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Columbus has been showing mixed results since the start of the season, alternating wins and losses. The team ended a four-game home series, which it started poorly, losing to Florida with a score of 3:4. The attack looked very confident and created a large number of dangerous moments, but the defense let them down once again. The situation could have repeated itself in the match with Buffalo, but this time the Blue Jackets' scoring prevailed, winning (6:4).
As expected, the "jackets" were unable to consolidate their success; in the match with Minnesota, the team scored only one goal, losing with a score of 1:3. Then Evanson charges hosted Toronto on the road and this time they crushed the clear favorite (6:2), which surprised many hockey fans. The entire first line showed a great game, which together managed to score as many as eight scoring actions. Columbus was close to a second victory in a row, for the first time this season, but suffered an unfortunate defeat in overtime (3:4) on the road against Nashville. As you can see, the club is very unstable, which is why it is only in 14th place in the Eastern Conference table.
Disqualifications and injuries
Columbus continues to have problems with its roster, which primarily affects the attack. Forwards Jenner, Johnson and Voronkov will not be able to take part in the upcoming match. Also, defenseman Gudbrandsson has not yet recovered from an injury.
Interesting trends for betting
- Columbus is allowing an average of 3.4 goals per game.
The Blue Jackets have not been playing their best defense, which is the main reason for the club losses.
- On average, the Blazers receive seven penalty minutes per match.
The "Jackets" are known for their good discipline and rarely break the rules.
Current form
After two unsuccessful matches, Edmonton started showing excellent play again. The team hosted Pittsburgh at home and left no chance for the Penguins, defeating them 4-0. The attack line showed its best side, and together made 50 shots on goal in three periods. In particular, it is worth noting forward Arvidson, who made an assist hat trick. Goalie Skinner also distinguished himself, earning the seventh shutout in his career.
The Oilers then went on the road to face Detroit and this time snatched a 3-2 overtime victory with great difficulty. Once again, one of the best connections in the entire league worked. McDavid and Draisaitl scored two important goals, one of which evened the score. However, the Oilers' start to the season was far from as successful as expected. The team was unable to earn points in the first matches, which is why they continue to be outside the playoff zone, occupying 11th place in the standings.
Disqualifications and injuries
Overall, Edmonton is almost at full strength, with the only serious loss being forward Evander Kane.
Interesting trends for betting
- Edmonton averages 2.3 goals per game
Last season, Edmonton main selling point was its offensive scoring, which has disappeared completely, especially in the opening games of the regular season.
- The Oilers converted just 18% of their power play attempts.
Even when playing with a one-man advantage, a team rarely scores goals.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Columbus
In three of the four head-to-head games, Columbus opened the scoring
2.31Goal in each period bet - yes
In four out of five head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.45Tip and bets
It seems that Edmonton still can't get over the disappointing defeat in the Stanley Cup final. The team has been in turmoil since the beginning of the regular season, and it still hasn't recovered, as evidenced by its unstable performances. Still, it is worth paying attention to the fact that Columbus is even worse. The Jackets have not made a single series of even two victories in a row and mainly earn points only due to the weak play of their opponents in defense. Home walls also do not always help the Blue Jackets achieve success, which means that it will be difficult for them to give a worthy rebuff to the clear favorite in the person of the Oilers. The Oilers look much more serious in terms of roster, which they have been proving for several years in a row, so we still suggest betting in their favor.
Our prediction is Edmonton win at 1.71
Bet on total
The upcoming match is bound to be productive, as both teams have problems in defense. The Oilers, like Columbus, prefer open, attacking hockey, which together will lead to a large number of goals scored.
Forecast - total over 6.5 goals for 2.09
Bet on the outcome of the first period
The first period is one of Columbus' most successful. The team very rarely allows opponents to gain an advantage in the opening period.
Prediction - Columbus will not lose in the first period for 1.60
