LiontipsVancouver vs. Florida. NHL Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Vancouver continues its home series, which started quite successfully. In the first match, the team met with Columbus and left no chances for its opponent, defeating them with a score of 5:2. Forward Suter showed an excellent game, scoring twice. Goalie Lankinen also distinguished himself, reflecting 30 shots, thereby preventing the Blue Jackets from clinging to a comeback. It is still worth noting that the attacking line looked modest and created few dangerous moments in the opponent zone, and success was achieved only due to excellent implementation of shots.
The problems in attack did not go away and affected the result in the next match. The Canucks hosted Tampa Bay and were unable to show their potential, losing 2:4. The key factor in the defeat was a violation of the numerical strength, which led to a penalty and a missed goal while short-handed just a few minutes before the final whistle. The Killer Whales were one step away from making amends for the lost points in front of the fans, but were unable to beat St. Louis in overtime (3:4). This time, goalie Demko showed his worst side, stopping only 84% of the shots.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vancouver infirmary remains unchanged, with the team continuing to play without Forboth, Hronek and Miller.
Interesting trends for betting
- Vancouver averages 3.3 goals per game
The Canucks continue to delight fans with fairly high offensive performance.
- The Killer Whales converted 24% of their power play attempts
Thanks to the excellent implementation of attacking moments, the team consistently takes advantage of opponents' penalties.
Current form
Florida continues to be in excellent shape and has been steadily earning points for seven games, with a winning streak reaching three games in a row. The Panthers played away from home, where they met Philadelphia and had a three-goal advantage by the start of the second period. However, after that there was a serious decline, which the opponent certainly took advantage of and tied the score. However, in the final period, Maurice charges finished off the Flyers and won with a final score of 7:5. The most productive player was forward Tkachuk, who scored a goal and also made four assists.
Returning to their home arena, the Panthers faced a less dangerous competitor in the form of San Jose and did not encounter much resistance, winning confidently (3:1). This time, Tkachuk scored twice. The team managed to consolidate their success again on the road, where they met Seattle and with great difficulty snatched victory in a shootout (2:1). Florida looked head and shoulders above its competitor in this meeting, but could not beat the strong goalie. Thanks to the points scored, the club continues to remain at the top of the Eastern Conference standings, and the gap from the leader is only two points.
Disqualifications and injuries
"Florida" has absolutely no problems with the roster. All players are in the lineup.
Interesting trends for betting
- Florida averages 3.7 goals per game
The club remains one of the most productive in the league.
- On average, the Panthers receive 10 penalty minutes per game.
But the club has serious problems with discipline, which leads to frequent removals.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Vancouver
Vancouver has opened the scoring in four straight head-to-head games
2.09Bet 2nd period: total over 1.5 goals
In five head-to-head matches in a row, the teams scored more than one goal in the second period
1.54Tip and bets
It is hard to believe that Vancouver is capable of winning the upcoming match, which is also supported by bookmakers, who single out Florida as a clear favorite. Indeed, the Panthers are currently in excellent shape and consistently beat almost any opponents on their way. The Killer Whales, on the contrary, are experiencing difficulties, and even home walls do not always help the club achieve success. We believe that the visitors will take advantage of the opponent weakness, and we bet in their favor.
Our prediction is Florida victory at 2.07
Bet on total
Both teams prefer an open, attacking style of play and are not used to sitting back in defense. It is unlikely that anything will change, so in the upcoming match we should again expect a large number of goals scored.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.83
Bet on the outcome of the first period
Vancouver first period is far from the best. Even at home, the team often allows opponents to gain an advantage at the end of the opening period, which Florida can also take advantage of.
Prediction - Florida wins in the first period with a handicap of (0) for 1.66
