LiontipsVancouver vs. Colorado. NHL Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Vancouver continues to show inconsistent results, and home walls do not always help the club show its best side. The team began the series with a confident victory over Columbus (5:2), and then failed to give a worthy rebuff to Tampa Bay, suffering a 2:4 defeat. The attacking line did not show its best, creating too few dangerous moments in the opponent zone. Then the "killer whales" fought with St. Louis and this time lost in overtime (2:3), and tied the score just two minutes before the final whistle.
Continuing to play at home, the team met with Florida and this time did not allow the opponent to realize itself in the attack at all, winning a dry victory (4:0). Goalkeeper Lankinen showed an excellent game, reflecting all the shots, thereby making a "dry". It seemed that after such a confident victory over the "Panthers" the club would be able to give a worthy rebuff to Boston, but this did not happen. This time Demko played in goal, he did not play as reliably as his teammate, and as a result, they had to suffer a rout (1:5). Due to the lost points, Vancouver has already dropped to eighth place in the Western Conference table and may soon leave the playoff zone.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vancouver doesn't have any serious problems with its roster. Only Hronek will definitely not participate in the upcoming match, while Forboth and Lankinen remain questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, Vancouver scores 3.2 goals per game.
The "Killers" continue to show effective attacking play.
- The Canucks converted 25% of their power play attempts.
It is also worth noting the high percentage of realization of numerical superiority.
Current form
Colorado has been in great shape lately and has been steadily scoring points for a long time. The team has managed to earn a winning streak of three games, in most of which they managed to crush their competitors. Avalanche left no chance for New Jersey (4:0) and Pittsburgh (6:2), and also snatched a victory from Detroit (2:1). In almost every game, forward MacKinnon stands out, who currently ranks first in the league scoring race, having already scored 50 points.
However, the club streak of success came to an unexpected end in the match against Utah. The Avalanche played too modestly and failed to realize their attacking potential, which, combined with defensive lapses, ultimately led to a 1-4 defeat. Goalie Wedgwood also showed his worst side, reflecting only 86% of shots. As expected, Bednar men quickly rehabilitated themselves in front of the fans, defeating Nashville (5-2). MacKinnon once again contributed, scoring twice and also making an assist. Thanks to their long rise, the team has already risen to seventh place in the Western Conference standings.
Disqualifications and injuries
Colorado still has serious problems with its roster. The club has six players in the infirmary: Drouin, Kylington, Landeskog, Munson, Pullman and Wood.
Interesting trends for betting
- Colorado is allowing an average of 3.46 goals per game.
The team has been experiencing defensive problems throughout the season and often allows opponents to realize their attacking potential.
- The Avalanche average seven penalty minutes per game.
But the club has complete discipline, which allows it to remain at full strength.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Vancouver
Vancouver has opened the scoring in three straight head-to-head games
2.04Goal in each period bet - yes
In four of the five head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period.
1.45Tip and bets
In the upcoming match, bookmakers do not believe in Vancouver success and give a huge coefficient for its victory, which can be taken advantage of. We must not forget that the "killer whales" will play at home, where, with the support of fans, they have every chance of giving a worthy rebuff to Colorado. The Canucks are obliged to rehabilitate themselves before the fans for the crushing defeat from Boston, which means they will give it their all. In general, the home team is not much inferior to their competitor in class, so we suggest betting in their favor.
Our prediction is Vancouver to win with a handicap of (0) at 2.28
Bet on total
The upcoming match promises to be intense, as two very productive clubs of the league will meet, which mainly achieve success due to the attack line. We believe that the teams will once again show active hockey, and we are betting on the total over.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.75
Bet on the outcome of the first period
With home advantage, Vancouver has every chance to give Colorado a decent fight early in the game and won't let the Avalanche gain an advantage at the end of the opening period.
Prediction - Vancouver will not lose in the first period at 1.45
