LiontipsVegas vs Calgary. NHL Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Vegas has gained excellent form and is beating all opponents on its way, and each time in regulation time. The Knights have completed a three-game home series, which they started with a 3-1 win over Vancouver. The team showed a very reliable game in defense, allowing the opponent to make only 20 shots on goal in three periods. Then the Golden Knights fought Seattle and left the Krakens no chance, defeating them with a score of 6-2. It is impossible not to mention forward Stone, who scored a goal and gave two assists.
In the final match of the home series, the team met with a clear underdog in the person of Anaheim and allowed them to create too many dangerous moments in their zone, but thanks to the efforts of goalkeeper Hill, they managed to win again (3:1). Away from San Jose, Vegas did not play so reliably, but due to the very high efficiency in the attack, they were able not only to equalize the score, but also to earn a significant advantage, and as a result, the meeting ended with a score of 6:3. It is worth noting that the guests scored two goals in the minority, which became the decisive factor. Thanks to a long series of successful results, the team has already risen to second place in the Western Conference table, and the gap from the leader is only two points, and the Knights have played two matches less.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vegas has no serious problems with its roster. Only Lehner and Roy remain in the infirmary, while Barbashev is still questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- Vegas averages 3.6 goals per game
The club continues to be one of the most productive in the league.
- The Golden Knights average 5.6 penalty minutes per game.
It is also worth noting the excellent discipline of the team.
Current form
Calgary completed a five-game home skid in which they showed mixed results. After an easy 3-0 win over Florida, the team hosted another very strong opponent in Boston and this time they were unable to achieve success due to constant defensive lapses, which led to a 4-3 overtime loss. Goalie Wolf was not reliable enough, stopping 88% of shots. In the next game against Ottawa, they managed to contain the opponent pressure, but due to low offensive performance, they had to lose again in overtime (2-3).
In the final match of the home series, the club fought against the obvious underdog Chicago and was able to show all its attacking potential, which allowed them to win with a score of 6:4. It is difficult to single out any of the players, as many distinguished themselves with effective actions. Calgary was able to consolidate its success on the road, where it also easily dealt with San Jose (3:1). This time, Wolf played much more reliably, reflecting 95% of the shots. For now, the "lights" continue to be outside the playoff zone, but the gap from the eighth position is only one point.
Disqualifications and injuries
Calgary still has Kirkland and Mantha out, and Kuzmenko is also questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- Calgary averages 2.8 goals per game
The team performance is far from being the highest.
- The Flames average ten penalty minutes per game.
The club also has major problems with discipline, which leads to frequent removals.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Vegas
Vegas has opened the scoring in four of the five head-to-head matches
1.64Goal in each period bet - yes
In three of the four head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period.
1.46Tip and bets
Vegas is the clear favorite in the upcoming match, for several reasons. Firstly, the Golden Knights are superior to their competitor in all respects, and in addition to that, they are in excellent shape and beat absolutely any competitors on their way. Secondly, the Knights will play at home, where, with the support of the fans, they have a better chance of success. Calgary, in turn, is in decline and is unlikely to be able to give a worthy rebuff to such a powerful competitor.
Our prediction is Vegas win at 1.78
Bet on total
We believe that a large number of goals can be expected in the upcoming match. Indeed, the Golden Knights prefer open, attacking hockey, and Calgary is not particularly reliable in defense. So, as a second bet, we choose total over.
Forecast - total over 5.5 goals for 1.73
Bet on the outcome of the first period
Vegas will obviously start the game aggressively and try to put serious pressure on Calgary, which will allow the Golden Knights to earn an advantage already at the end of the opening period, and their home walls will help them with this.
Prediction - Vegas win in the first period at 2.34
