LiontipsMontreal vs Edmonton. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 10, 2021).
Command Analysis
Montreal played a decent home streak of four games, in which they lost only once, to Toronto (1:4). Goalie Allen was unreliable in that match, stopping only 86% of the shots. In the return match, the Canadiens took revenge, winning 3:2 in overtime.
When Montreal had to play away, they suffered a crushing defeat from Ottawa (1:5). The Canadiens' defense allowed the opponent to create too many dangerous moments. The Canadiens also lost two away games to the Maple Leafs (2:5 and 2:3).
Edmonton are in excellent form, which allows the team to earn points consistently. In five games they only lost to Vancouver, but it was a painful defeat (3:6). The defense couldn't hold back Vancouver's attack and allowed them to act dangerously and use their chances.
In the return game against the Canucks, the Oilers took revenge (4:3). The best player was McDavid, who scored a goal and gave assists to the other three goals. Thanks to the points they have earned, the Oilers already earned a ticket to the playoffs.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In three head-to-head games in a row, the teams scored in each period.#
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5
In three head-to-head games in a row, the teams didn't score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
At the moment, Edmonton look much stronger than their opponent, as Montreal are not in the best form. In this game, it is better to bet on the guests, since the Oilers have been performing better this season.
Our prediction is Edmonton to win.
In the head-to-head, the teams rarely score a lot, as they are used to playing defensive. In just one game out of six, the clubs scored more than five goals. So this is a great opportunity to bet on the total under.
Second prediction - total under 5.5 goals.
