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Pittsburgh - Vegas: NHL match betting tip
Pittsburgh returned to the home arena after the away series and will host Vegas on March 12. Our experts have prepared a betting tip in which they will tell you about the latest performances of the clubs, as well as help you identify the most optimal bets
Command Analysis
Pittsburgh Penguins
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Pittsburgh did not have the most successful away series, which began in the match with Colorado. As expected, the Penguins once again had huge defensive problems, and the attacking line was unable to compensate for this disadvantage, which together led to a 1-4 defeat. Next, the team went to visit another clear favorite, in the person of Vegas, where they could not score a single goal at all, losing dry (0-4). The attacking line looked as bleak as possible this time, and in three periods it was possible to make only 22 shots at the knights' goal.
Nevertheless, Sullivan's wards were able to interrupt this series of failures, playing as a guest of Minnesota. Once again, there were problems in defense, but goalkeeper Jarry showed himself at his best, reflecting 96% of shots, which allowed him to win 3-1. Also, it is impossible not to mention the efforts of striker Crosby, who scored a double. Due to its long decline, Pittsburgh continues to remain on the penultimate line in the Eastern Conference table, and the gap from the playoff zone is already 10 points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Almost all the Pittsburgh players are in the ranks. Only Joseph and Novak remain in question.
Interesting betting trends
- Pittsburgh is averaging 3.66 goals per game.
- Penguins completed 24% of the majority attempts
Vegas Golden Knights
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Vegas has been in great shape for a long time and due to this was able to earn a winning streak of four matches in a row. In absolutely all of them, the team played on the home arena and did not leave any chances to its competitors due to an amazing offensive game. The knights played best in matches with Toronto and Pittsburgh, in which they defeated their rivals with a score of 5:2 and 4:0, respectively. In particular, it is worth praising striker Pearson, who scored four goals in both meetings.
Continuing to perform at home, the Golden Knights fought against Los Angeles and it seemed that they would be able to take advantage of their opponent's weak form and win another victory, but this did not happen. Suddenly, huge defensive problems arose, which allowed the Kings to realize their attacking potential to the fullest. Vegas tried to compensate for the failures due to constant pressure on the opponent, but in the end it still had to concede with a score of 5:6. Goalkeeper Hill also showed his worst side, reflecting only 82% of shots.
Disqualifications and injuries
Lavoie, Lehner and Theodore will definitely not be able to participate in the upcoming match. Karlsson is also questionable.
Interesting betting trends
- On average, Vegas gets only 5.5 penalty minutes per match.
- The Golden Knights completed 28% of the majority attempts
Trends
First Goalbet: Vegas
In three out of five head-to-head matches, Vegas opened the scoring
1.66The goalratein each period is yes
In five face-to-face matches out of six, the teams scored a goal in each period.
1.50Tip and bets
Vegas is the clear favorite in the upcoming match, for which there are many reasons. First of all, the team is seriously superior to its opponent in all respects. Secondly, the Golden Knights have been in great shape for a long time, and a single defeat should not affect their overall condition. It is also worth noting that Pittsburgh continues to have huge defensive problems, which is the main reason for its failures. So it's better not to take risks, but to make a confident bet in favor of the guests.
Our prediction is a Vegas win in 1.83
Bet on the total
Also, in the upcoming match, it is quite possible to expect a large number of abandoned goals. Vegas has a very effective offensive game, while Pittsburgh has not been able to adjust its defensive game and is trying to compensate for this disadvantage through the offensive line.
Betting Tip - total more than 5.5 goals in 1.65
Betting on the outcome of the first period
Vegas, due to its significant superiority over Pittsburgh, will play number one and from the very beginning of the match will create powerful pressure on the opponent, which in the end will allow the guests to earn an advantage at the end of the starting segment.
Prediction - Vegas wins in the first period with a handicap (0) in 1.55
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