LiontipsMontreal vs Toronto. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (May 25, 2021).
Command Analysis
Montrealrather unexpectedly beat Toronto in their first Stanley Cup match with a score of 2:1. The team showed excellent defensive play and goaltender Price, who saved 35 shots out of 36, deserved special praise. However, in the return game, the Canadiens couldn't consolidate the result, having suffered a crushing defeat (1:5). This time it was not possible for the defense to hold back the opponent's pressure.
At home, the Canadiens perform much better than away, they haven't lost in regulation time for five games in a row.
Before the start of the playoffs, Toronto suffered two defeats from Ottawa (3:4 OT) and Winnipeg (4:2), which made us doubt the form of the team. Also in the first game of the Stanley Cup, the Maple Leafs failed to beat Montreal, playing at home (1:2 OT). They were a bit unlucky with their chances, which they had plenty of.
But in the second match, the Leafs gave everything they had to defeat Montreal with a crushing score of 5: 1. The best player was striker Matthews, who scored a goal and also gave two assists. Also, goalie Campbell deserved praise for saving 95% of the shots.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In just one head-to-head game out of six, the teams didn't score in each period.
СтавкаMontreal to score first
In three head-to-head games in a row, Montreal have scored first.
Tip and bets
Toronto managed to show us their attacking potential, which immediately bore fruit. Montreal are not able to fight off such a strong opponent as the Maple Leafs, so it is better to opt for Toronto, who are the favorite.
Our prediction is Toronto to win
In the head-to-head, the teams do not always score a lot, so it is not worth waiting for a large number of goals. There is a big chance that the teams will stay under the total of 5.5 goals.
Second prediction - total under 5.5 goals
