LiontipsMontreal vs Winnipeg. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (June 8, 2021).
Command Analysis
Montreal beat Winnipeg again in the Stanley Cup quarterfinals with a score of 5:1. The team showed an excellent game in defense, and goalkeeper Price had an especially great performance, stopping 96% of the shots. Striker Armia also deserves praise for scoring a goal and giving two assists.
Prior to that, the Canadiens have defeated the Jets twice (5: 3 and 1: 0). It looks like the Canadiens are on a roll since the victory over Toronto and now have every chance of making it to the semifinals, as they need only one more victory, which the team can easily score at home.
Winnipeg easily outplayed Edmonton in the Round of 16 of the Stanley Cup. The team scored four straight victories, ending the series in the fastest possible way with a score of 4:0. In the quarterfinals, the Jets had to face Montreal, and Paul Maurice's men lost in the first two home games (3:5 and 0:1).
The Jets also suffered a devastating defeat away (1:5). Goalie Hellebuyck had a disappointing game, stopping only 87% of the shots. Now Winnipeg are in a difficult position, as any mistake could cost the team their participation in the playoffs.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - no
In three out of five head-to-head games, the teams didn't score in each period.
СтавкаMontreal to score 1st
In three head-to-head games in a row, Montreal scored first.
Tip and bets
Montreal have earned a comfortable advantage in the series and the team is well placed to claim another win at home. Indeed, the Canadiens have shown an excellent home performance, and Winnipeg will have a hard time against them.
Our prediction is Montreal to win with a handicap (0)
The teams often show an efficient game in head-to-head matches, they are not used to sitting out on the defensive. In this fixture, there is an excellent opportunity to bet on the total over 5.5 goals
