LiontipsFlorida vs Montreal. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (March 30, 2022).
Command Analysis
Florida are 2nd in the Eastern Conference with 94 points to their name. They enjoyed a three-game winning streak before losing to Toronto (2:5) away, but their victories weren't effortless.
The Panthers prevailed over Montreal with a score of 4:3, and got the upper hand over Ottawa in a shootout (4:3 SO). Now Brunette's men are back at their home arena, where they have won most of the games in regulation this season. The Panthers average four goals per game.
Montreal, on the other hand, have almost no chance of leaving the last line of the standings. They sit bottom of the table in the East, five points behind Ottawa.
After a defeat to Florida, the Canadiens played two games. They defeated Toronto (5:2), but couldn't build on that success and lost to New Jersey in a shootout (2:3 SO). Montreal had only five regulation-time victories away from home this season.
Trends
On average, Florida score at least 4 goals per game at home.
In the last 2 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Florida are solid at home. In most of their games at the FLA Live Arena, the Panthers won in regulation. Montreal, on the contrary, can't boast good results on road trips. Plus the Canadiens have recently lost to Florida. The Panthers should win here.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (-1.5) to Florida
Six or more goals were scored in most head-to-head games. Today, we expect another high-scoring performance from the opponents.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
