LiontipsMontreal vs Buffalo. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (February 24, 2022).
Command Analysis
Montreal have surprised the NHL fans by mounting a three-game winning streak. They got hard-fought victories over the Islanders (3: 2 SO) and St. Louis (3:2 OT) outside regulation before upsetting Toronto at home (5:2). In the game against the Maple Leafs, forwards Anderson and Caufield have chalked up three points each, and goalie Montembeault made 35 saves.
The Canadiens were delivering very poor results before this sudden surge, and their losing streak had reached 10 games. However, they remain in the last place in the East with only 29 points to their name.
Buffalo lost their last three games in regulation time. At home, the Sabres yielded to Ottawa (1:3) and Colorado (3:5), and after that they got thrashed at Columbus (3:7). Goalie Anderson had a bad game and managed to save only 84% of shots.
The Sabres are in terrible form and are currently occupying the 14th line in the Easted Conference table.
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In the last 5 head-to-head games, the teams scored in each period.
Ставка1st goal: Buffalo
In 5 head-to-head games in a row, the Sabres opened the scoring.
Tip and bets
Montreal seem to have finally found their form. We believe they will continue to earn points at their home arena. Buffalo are a convenient opponent for the Canadiens: the visitors are on a losing streak and their road trips are usually unsuccessful.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Montreal
Both sides have many weaknesses in their defenses and concede a lot. We suggest taking the over here.
Second wager - total over 5.5 goals
