Tampa Bay Lightning vs New Jersey Devils Picks & Predictions

Nico Hischier (New Jersey Devils) Yes Anytime Goalscorer (+160)

The statistical data supports a bet on Nico Hischier as an 'Anytime Goalscorer' for several reasons. Firstly, Hischier's average goals in the last five home games stand at 0.6, which aligns with the model's prediction of 0.45, suggesting a probable scoring outcome. His performance also shows consistency with an average of 0.6 goals in his last five overall games. Hischier's shot average, both at home and overall, is over 3, indicating he has regular opportunities to score. Hischier has a strong hit rate, scoring in 3 out of his last 4 home games and 5 out of his last 7 games overall. Although his current home game hit streak is 0, his recent performance implies a high scoring potential. His average game-winning goals is 0.2, suggesting that he tends to score crucial goals, which further strengthens the likelihood of him scoring in the upcoming game.

Jacob Markstrom (New Jersey Devils) Over 22.5 Saves (-125)

The bet on Jacob Markstrom for Over 22.5 in the 'Player Total Saves' market is rationalized by his recent performances. In his last five home games, Markstrom has averaged 25.4 saves per game, which is already higher than the over/under line of 22.5. This average is also supported by his overall recent performance, where he has averaged 26 saves per game in his last five games. Furthermore, the model predicts Markstrom will make approximately 24.86 saves in the upcoming game, again exceeding the betting line. Despite a current home games hit streak of 0, Markstrom's hit rate in the last three home games is 2 out of 3, and his overall hit rate in the last four games is 3 out of 4. These statistics suggest that Markstrom is likely to have over 22.5 saves in the upcoming match against Tampa Bay Lightning.