LiontipsMontreal vs Minnesota. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (October 26, 2022).
Command Analysis
Montreal failed to mount a three-game winning streak at they suffered a crushing defeat to Dallas (2:5) on Sunday. Goalie Allen was unreliable against the Stars and saved only 83% of the shots on his goal. It was strange to see such a poor defensive performance from the Canadiens, who have done well on defense in previous games, for example, when they prevailed over Pittsburgh (3:2 ОТ) and crushed Arizona (6:2).
Minnesota endured a terrible start to the season - they picked up only three points from the five games. Last year, the Wild were the favorites in the West, but it seems that now they can't find replacement for defenceman Benn and forwards Fiala and Bjugstad, who left the club in the offseason. But the main reason for such poor results is Minnesota's unreliable defensive play. On average, the Wild concede over five goals per game.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Minnesota
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, Minnesota scored first.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, the teams didn't score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Minnesota have quality players and should be doing much better. The team needs to find confidence and gain momentum, but so far it has been very hard to do. Montreal are a convenient opponent for the Wild - the Canadiens have been inconsistent at the start of the season. We believe, Minnesota can overcome the home team today.
Our prediction - Minnesota to win
Minnesota concede large number of goals in almost every game, and Montreal endured serious problems on the defensive in their last outing. We predict a high-scoring match here.
Second bet - total over 6.5 goals
