LiontipsTampa Bay vs Montreal. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 3, 2022).
Command Analysis
Tampa Bay won their last four games. They were confident against the Islanders (4:1) and the Blackhawks (5:2). Colton had a good game against Chicago and earned three points from two goals and an assists. The Lightning acted less reliably against Detroit and Carolina, but nevertheless managed to prevail in overtime (2:1 OT and 4:3 OT, respectively).
Montreal are in terrible team form. The Canadiens lost five of their last six games and could only beat Toronto (4:2). In the game against the Maple Leafs, goalie Allen made 49 saves, which is the main reason the team succeeded. Montreal also looked decent against Boston and New Jersey, but yielded outside regulation. In the last two games, the Canadiens suffered crushing defeats to Florida (4:7) and Carolina (0:4).
Trends
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In four head-to-head games out of five, the teams scored goals in each period.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In three head-to-head games out of four, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
We do not doubt Tampa's victory in the upcoming game. Considering Montreal's performance in recent games, we are confident that the Lightning will win by a margin of at least two goals.
Our prediction - handicap (-1.5) to Tampa Bay
The Lightning often demonstrate high performance, and we belive that Montreal won't be able to withhold the hosts' attack. We suggest taking the over here.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
