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Montreal vs. Calgary: NHL Match Prediction
Montreal will return to their home arena on November 6, where they will try to break their losing streak once again. This time, the Canadiens will play Calgary, which hasn’t been doing so well lately either. Our experts have prepared a forecast in which they will try to tell you about the teams’ current form, and also highlight the best bets
Command Analysis
Montreal Canadiens
CanadaCurrent form
After two impressive wins over Philadelphia (4:3) and St. Louis (5:2), the Montreal Canadiens returned to their home arena with optimism. But hopes for a decent performance against Seattle quickly vanished. Already in the first period, the Krakens took a three-goal lead, which only increased as the game progressed, despite all the efforts of the home team. The play of goalie Marc-Andre Montembeault was especially unsuccessful, he had to be replaced after another missed goal. His replacement, Curtis Primeau, was also unable to save the team from a humiliating defeat with a score of 2:8.
The Canadiens then traveled to face the Washington Capitals and once again were unable to withstand the onslaught of their opponents, suffering a 6-3 defeat. This time, the problems arose not only in defense, but also in attack - the team only took 15 shots on goal in three periods, which is rare for the NHL. As expected, Montreal was unable to break its losing streak in an away game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, losing 3-1. One of the team main problems remains the low scoring offense, which is the main reason for the weak start to the season. These losses were a serious blow to the morale of the team and its fans. The Canadiens still have many games ahead of them, and they will have to prove that they are capable of more than just failures at the start of the season.
Disqualifications and injuries
Montreal infirmary remains unchanged. Goalie Price, defenseman Widman, and forwards Laine and Harvey-Pinard will definitely be out of the upcoming match.
Interesting trends for betting
- Montreal averages 25 shots per game
The Canadians' low scoring performance is primarily due to their inactive attacking play.
- The Canadiens are allowing an average of 4.1 goals per game.
It is also worth noting the club very weak defensive line, which constantly leads to a huge number of missed goals, and the attacking line simply cannot compensate for this deficiency.
Calgary Flames
CanadaCurrent form
Calgary had been in a deep crisis for a long time, not showing a decent game for four games in a row. At home, the team still found the strength to fight back against the obvious favorites, having suffered losses to Carolina (2:4) and Winnipeg (3:5). However, on the road, things were even worse: crushing losses to Vegas and Utah with scores of 0:5 and 1:5, respectively, worsened the team already difficult situation. Returning to the home arena seemed like a chance to turn the situation around, and the team really was able to break the losing streak, winning a confident 3:0 victory over New Jersey. The best game in this match was demonstrated by forward Coleman, who scored twice, and goalie Vladar, who blocked all the shots and recorded the fourth shutout in his career, saved the club from additional problems.
However, as expected, the team was unable to consolidate its success, as a very serious opponent, Edmonton, stood in its way. Once again, problems with converting attacking moments, of which there were plenty, arose. Vladar, despite his previous successes, played less reliably this time, which ultimately led to a 2:4 defeat. Due to a long slump and a large number of lost points, the Flames have already dropped to eighth place in the Western Conference standings, having only 13 points to their credit.
Disqualifications and injuries
Calgary has absolutely no problems with its roster. All players are in the lineup, and the infirmary remains empty.
Interesting trends for betting
- Calgary allowed 11 goals while shorthanded
The Flames have not been playing their best shorthandedly and have consistently allowed their opponents to take advantage of the extra man on the ice.
- The Flames are averaging 2.9 goals per game.
The team offensive line has been playing modestly this season and rarely scores a lot of goals.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Calgary
Calgary has opened the scoring in five of the six head-to-head games
1.85Goal in each period bet - yes
In four of the six head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period.
1.42Tip and bets
It is quite difficult to determine the winner in the upcoming match, since both teams are not in the best shape at the moment and constantly suffer losses. It would seem that Montreal has a certain advantage, since it will play at home, but it is worth noting that home walls do not particularly help the team achieve success. Calgary is superior to the Canadiens in many respects and often proves this in face-to-face matches, which it is quite capable of doing again.
Our prediction is a Calgary victory with a handicap of (0) For 1.81
Bet on total
In the upcoming match, we can expect a large number of goals scored, as both teams have serious problems in defense and constantly allow their opponents to realize their attacking potential to the fullest.
Forecast - total over six goals for 1.79
Bet on the outcome of the first period
Calgary has had one of its worst first periods, constantly allowing opponents to gain an advantage early in the game, something Montreal can also take advantage of given its home-wall advantage.
Prediction - Montreal wins the first period with a handicap of (0) for 1.94
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