LiontipsMontreal vs San Jose. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (November 30, 2022).
Command Analysis
Montreal had a terrible game against Buffalo, in which their experienced serious defensive problems. Goalie Allen aved only 81% of the shots he faced (2:7). The Canadiens bounced right back and beat Columbus in the following game (3:1) - they scored three goals in the last 20 minutes. Montreal then built on their success and prevailed over Chicago in overtime (3:2 OT).
San Jose are in a downturn and can't get a win in three straight games. They were crushed at Seattle (5:8), and at the home arena, the Sharks got defeated by Los Angeles (2:5). Both Reimer and Kahkonen were unreliable in goal. In the last game, the Sharks played host to Vancouver. They were close to success, but conceded a goal in overtime (3:4 OT).
Trends
Ставка1st goal: San Jose
In 4 out of 6 head-to-head games, San Jose scored the first goal.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 3 out of 4 head-to-head games, the teams scored more than 1 goal in the first period.
Tip and bets
Montreal had a good series of away games and now are back at home, where they have a good chance to mount a winning streak. The Canadiens are not particularly powerful or consistent, but they usually get the upper hand over the opponents of their level. San Jose are in poor form at the moment and probably won't be able to overcome the home team.
Our prediction - Montreal to win
The teams rarely score a lot in head-to-head games. Montreal are confident on defense and do not allow opponents to realize their attacking potential. We expect them to be reliable again. Take the under.
Second bet - total under 6 goals
