LiontipsMontreal vs Calgary. Prediction and Betting Tips for NHL (December 13, 2022).
Command Analysis
Montreal are back home after four games away. They earned points in three out of four matches, but lost to Edmonton (3:5) in regulation. Goalie Allen had a subpar performance and saved only 77% of the shots he faced. The team also lost to Vancouver in overtime (6:7 OT). Montembeault didn't look much better than his teammate in the game against the Canucks. In the last game, the Canadiens lost to Los Angeles (2:4).
Calgary were on top form before their unexpected defeat to Columbus (1:3). The Flames usually look much better on offense. After that, the team yielded to Toronto in overtime (4:5 OT). The Flames were in the lead, but conceded an equalizer in the last minutes of the game and then allowed the Maple Leafs to score in overtime.
Trends
Ставка3rd period: Montreal to score first
In 3 straight head-to-head games, the Canadiens scored the first goal in the third period.
Ставка1st period: total over 1.5 goals
In 5 out of 6 games between the teams, more than one goal was scored in the first period.
Tip and bets
Calgary aren't confident away from home and often lose points on their travels. However, tonight they have a good chance to end the losing streak and beat the Canadiens, who are in terrible form right now.
Our prediction - Calgary to win
Both sides try to be careful on defense and rarely play open hockey, so we recommend taking the under.
Second bet - total under 6 goals
