LiontipsColumbus vs Montreal. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (April 14, 2022).
Command Analysis
Columbus are recovering from their long losing streak. In the away game against Philadelphia (4:2), goalie Merzlikin saved 47 of the 49 shots. Back at home, the Blue Jackets lost to the Flyers with a score of 1:4.
After that, Columbus prevailed over Detroit in overtime (5:4 OT). Jack Roslovic had a fantastic performance against the Red Wings, he gave an assist and scored a hat-trick.
Montreal are in terrible form and continue to lose points. They managed only one victory in the last four outings - the Canadiens beat New Jersey (7:4), taking advantage of the Devils' poor defensive performance. The Canadiens also put up a fight against Toronto, but yielded in regulation (2:3).
Goalie Allen had a terrible game against Ottawa and saved only 83% of the shots. The team suffered a crushing 3:6 defeat to the Seantors.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Columbus
In 3 of the 4 head-to-head games, Columbus opened the scoring.
СтавкаGoal in each period - yes
In 3 head-to-head games out of 4, the teams scored goals in each period.
Tip and bets
Both sides are in poor form, but bookmakers favor Columbus over Montreal. We believe, however, that the Canadiens won't give in without a fight. We will back the underdogs and hedge our bet with a zero handicap.
Our prediction - handicap (0) to Montreal
The defense is not a strong point for either team. Both sides concede a lot, so we anticipate a large number of goals today.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
