LiontipsToronto vs Montreal. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 22, 2021).
Command Analysis
Even before the start of the series, Toronto were considered the favorite and should have won the opening game. However, the team did not make use of their chances to score, four times couldn't take advantage during the power play, and, as a result, scored only one goal, losing with a score of 1:2.
Only William Nylander scored a goal, and Auston Matthews, the club's top scorer, did not show anything although he spent almost 24 minutes on the court. By the way, it is very unusual this season that Sheldon Keefe's charges could not break through the opponent's defense more than once. They usually score about three goals per game.
Montreallacked stability throughout the season and could not build a long winning streak. In addition, they lost to outsiders, but still managed to get to the playoffs from fourth place. In the first game of the playoffs, we saw that Dominique Ducharme has done a great job, and now his team looks efficient.
The Canadiens were forced to play on counterattacks, but the impression was that they were happy with that and felt comfortable. We must note the amazing performance of Carey Price, who stopped a total of 36 shots.
Trends
Ставка1st Period: Total Under 1.5
In two H2H games in a row, less than two goals were scored in the first period.
Ставка2nd Period: Toronto To Score
In the last two games against Montreal, Toronto scored in the second period.
Tip and bets
Toronto should not lose their second home game in a row, otherwise, they will put themselves in a quandary. Of course, they are the favorite in this series, but they have to prove it, especially since Montreal haven't been so strong this season. We think that the Leafs will pull themselves together and win the upcoming battle.
First bet - Toronto to win
The games between two successful teams are not always spectacular. Moreover, in the playoffs, both clubs are extremely careful and trying to act on the defensive. Most likely, the game will have a minimum number of goals.
Second bet - total under 5.5 goals
