LiontipsFlorida vs. New Jersey. NHL Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Florida picked up good momentum in late October and climbed to second place in the conference. Paul Maurice men have earned 23 points in 16 games and are currently leading the Atlantic Division standings. Aleksander Barkov team has had a seven-game winning streak, but lost the previous game against New Jersey (1:4). The Panthers managed to score only one goal, capitalizing on a power play in the second 20 minutes, but the "Cats" could not do more. In the current home series, the reigning champions beat Philadelphia (4:3, B) and crushed Nashville (6:2). The hosts still have a game against Winnipeg to play before their away tour.
Sam Reinhart is third in the league scoring list. The Canadian forward has 24 points (12+12) in the goal+pass system. His closest pursuers, Sam Bennett and Anton Lundell, have made 15 and 14 effective actions, respectively, and try to help their partners in every match. Bennett was injured in the game against Philadelphia, and this is a big loss for the hosts.
Sergei Bobrovsky has stopped 89.47% of the shots and remains the club number one. Spencer Knight is trying his best to displace last season best goalie, but so far he has only been given the role of backup. It was the American who allowed four goals in the first meeting against the "devils".
Disqualifications and injuries
Florida has only Sam Bennett in the infirmary. All other Panthers leaders will be able to play against New Jersey.
Interesting trends for betting
- Florida is averaging 3.69 goals per game.
The Panthers continue to show very productive offensive play this season.
- The Panthers allowed just six goals while shorthanded.
It is also worth noting the club very confident play in the minority. In this regard, the team remains one of the best in the league.
Current form
New Jersey gave up after a strong start to the season in the second half of October, but since the end of the month they have been actively gaining points again. Thanks to their consistently strong play, the Devils have broken into first place in the East, having scored 24 points in 19 games. Yes, the visitors are leading the conference, but they have played much more than other clubs that are not too far away. In early November, Sheldon Keefe men alternate home and away games. After a victory in New York over the local Islanders (4:3, OT), Nico Hischier team sensationally lost to San Jose in Newark (0:1) and could not score. On November 13, the Devils won in Florida (4:1), demonstrating excellent implementation of their moments.
New Jersey has been playing well defensively lately, allowing only eight goals in their last five starts. Jacob Markstrom has found great form and has cemented his place as the team number one goalie. Jake Allen remains in the background, although he has two shutouts in six games and has been very good.
Jesper Bratt has been playing well in November, scoring points in four games and the five games that have passed. The Swedish forward has 21 points (5+16) and is the Devils' leading assist provider. He is followed by Jack Hughes, who has contributed to 19 goals (8+11).
Disqualifications and injuries
Nathan Bastian and Curtis Lazarus will not play on the road against Florida.
Interesting trends for betting
- New Jersey is allowing an average of 3.47 goals per game.
The Devils have shown poor defensive play since the start of the season.
- The Devils average nine penalty minutes per game.
The visitors cannot boast of discipline during the current season.
Trends
Bet 1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In six of Florida previous seven games, at least two goals were scored in the first period.
1.67Bet 3rd period: Florida will score
The Panthers have scored in the third period in their last five games.
1.30Tip and bets
Florida failed in the first game against the Devils and managed to score only one goal. The hosts were left without Sam Bennett, who was one of the best forwards throughout the fall. New Jersey is in great shape and continues to score points in November. Sheldon Keefe charges are very good in defense and allow less than two goals per game on average at this stage of the season. We do not think that the Panthers will get an easy victory. We offer to bet on a double chance of the second.
Our prediction is New Jersey won't lose at 1.70
Bet on individual total
Florida has slowed down in attack and after an injury to one of the leaders of the attack was unable to score more than one goal. New Jersey has seriously improved in defense, and veterans Jacob Markstrom and Jake Allen continue to save their partners in every match. We do not think that this time the hosts will be able to score a large number of goals against the Devils.
Forecast - Florida individual total under three for 1.88
Bet on total
In the last game between the teams, only five goals were scored, but it cannot be said that the meeting was rich in dangerous moments. New Jersey plays defensively and does not allow opponents to feel free on their half of the ice. Florida is capable of drying up any team, after a misfire in the goal we expect to see Sergei Bobrovsky. Let play a bet on the total under.
Forecast - total under six goals for 1.75
