LiontipsNew Jersey vs Montreal. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
New Jersey dropped to the last line in the Metropolitan Division consequent to their terrible latest results. The Devils suffered four defeats in a row. They got crushed at Boston (1:8) and lost to Florida (6:7 OT), the Islanders (3:4), and the Rangers (1:3) at home.
Lindy Ruff's side conceded at least three goals in each of those games, which shows how weak their defensive line is. Moreover, the Devils' top scorer Jack Hughes is out injured.
Montreal sit bottom of the table in the Atlantic Division with 49 points to their name. They have a chance to strengthen their standings but obviously will miss out on the playoffs this time. The Canadiens lost four of their last five games. After a victory over Tampa in a shootout (5:4 SO), the team suffered a defeat to Ottawa (3:6) at home.
The Canadiens have been terrible on road trips this year and recorded only five regulation-time victories away. On average, the team conceded four goals per game.
Trends
СтавкаNew Jersey IT over 3 goals
New Jersey have scored over 3 goals in 3 out of 4 games against Montreal.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 of the 5 games between the clubs, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
New Jersey have a good record against Montreal plus they have rarely lost more than three home games in a row this season. We expect the Devils to get the upper hand over their visitors today, especially considering the Canadiens' away results.
Our prediction - Asian handicap (0) to New Jersey
Neither side can boast a solid defensive line, but their attacks usually deliver good performance. We suggest taking the over.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
