LiontipsMontreal vs Buffalo. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (November 23, 2022).
Command Analysis
Montreal almost suffered a third loss in a row, but they managed to squeeze out a victory over Philadelphia outside regulation. The Canadiens managed to level the score three second before the final siren and were more precise in a penalty shootout (5:4 SO). Before that, the team got crushed by New Jersey (1:5) and Columbus (4:6).
Buffalo are in terrible form. They lost the previous eight games in regulation time and could put up a fight only against Vancouver (4:5). The Sabres demonstrate poor offensive performance, on average, the team scores just over two goals per game. Following this long losing streak, Buffalo dropped to 15th in the Eastern Conference table.
Trends
Ставка1st goal: Buffalo
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, Buffalo scored the first goal.
Ставка1st period: total under 1.5 goals
In 4 head-to-head games out of 6, the teams failed to score more than one goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Buffalo have a good opportunity to break their losing streak. The home team struggles to collect points, and we are not convinced the Canadiens will be able to capitalize on their home advantage. We think that the Sabres can at the very least hold Montreal to a draw in regulation.
Our prediction - Buffalo to not lose
Montreal regularly concede large numbers of goals, but at the same time, the team often scores a lot. We predict a high-scoring game and recommend taking the over.
Second prediction - total over 6 goals
