LiontipsMontreal vs New Jersey. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (November 16, 2022).
Command Analysis
Montreal have gained momentum and won the previous three games. Not all of those victories were easy, but the Canadians prevailed nevertheless. They beat Detroit in a shootout (3:2 SO) and Pittsburgh in overtime (5:4 OT), but were more confident against the Canucks (5:2). Goalie Montembeault was excellent and saved 93% of Vancouver's shots. These results allowed the Canadiens to climb to 9th in the East.
New Jersey continue to show great results. They are on a nine-game winning streak, and almost all of those games they won in regulation. The Devils needed overtime to beat Calgary (4:3 OT) and Ottawa (4:3 OT). The team delivers both at home and on road trips, where they haven't lost in five games. The Devils are just four points behind the current leader Boston.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: New Jersey
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, New Jersey scored the first goal.
Ставка3rd period: total under 2.5 goals
In 3 head-to-head games in a row, the teams failed to score more than 2 goals in the third period.
Tip and bets
Montreal have gained momentum, but this game will be a real test for the Canadiens - New Jersey are more powerful than their previous opponents, and we are not convinced Montreal will be able to deliver a confident performance. The Devils are in excellent form and will strive to extend their winning streak.
Our prediction - New Jersey to win
Montreal often experience problems on defense and concede large numbers of goals. The teams scored a lot in most previous meetings, so we recommend taking the over here.
Second bet - total over 6 goals
