LiontipsMontreal vs. Edmonton. NHL match prediction and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Montreal slowly began to recover from their slump, breaking their six-game losing streak. The team was playing away to Buffalo and it seemed that another setback awaited the team, but the Canadians were able to take advantage of almost every chance they had, thanks to which they achieved one of the most productive victories this season with a score of 7:5. Forward Suzuki scored the most points, scoring twice and also making two assists. However, the Canadiens were unable to consolidate their success, and had to fight a much more powerful competitor in the person of Minnesota and suffer a dry defeat (0:3). The offensive line played terribly, and only managed to make 19 shots on goal.
Returning to their home arena, the St. Louis players were able to rehabilitate themselves before the fans for such a weak attacking game and left no chance for Columbus to win, defeating them with a score of 5:1. This time it is difficult to even single out any of the players, as many distinguished themselves with effective actions. Despite the points earned, the team continues to be on the last line in the Eastern Conference table, having only 14 points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Montreal continues to have huge problems with its roster. Five players are in the infirmary: Harvey-Pinard, Savard, Price, Laine and Widman.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, Montreal allows 3.9 goals per game.
The Canadians have been playing terrible defense all season.
- On average, a team receives 10.5 penalty minutes per match.
The Canadians also have a serious discipline problem, which leads to frequent penalties.
Current form
Edmonton continues to regain the points lost at the start of the season and, due to a long rise, has already managed to rise to the playoff zone. At the moment, the team is in eighth place in the Western Conference standings, having 20 points. After a successful performance on the road and a rout of Vancouver with a score of 7:3, the team returned to the home arena, where they met with the Islanders and snatched a victory in overtime (4:3). The Oilers looked much better than their competitor and created pressure on them throughout the match, but at the end of the meeting they conceded two goals, thereby allowing the Islanders to transfer the game into overtime.
Continuing to play at home, the Oilers also beat Nashville in overtime (3:2). This time, defender Nurse showed an excellent game, scoring twice and also giving an assist. Then Knoblauch charges went to visit Toronto, where they were one step away from a third victory in a row, having tied the score just a minute before the final whistle. However, this time they had to lose in overtime (3:4). It is worth noting that Edmonton has finally started to show an active game in attack and realize its potential, but there are still gaps in defense.
Disqualifications and injuries
Edmonton only remaining serious loss is forward Kane, with Arvidsson still sidelined and Nurse questionable.
Interesting trends for betting
- On average, Edmonton allows 3.12 goals per game.
The Oilers' main problem remains their weak defense, which has prevented the team from earning points confidently throughout the regular season.
- The team conceded 17 goals while shorthanded
It is also worth noting the very weak play of the “oilmen” in the minority.
Trends
Bet First Goal: Montreal
Montreal has opened the scoring in four of the five head-to-head games
2.35Goal in each period bet - yes
In four out of five head-to-head matches, the teams scored a goal in each period
1.40Tip and bets
Even at home, Montreal has little chance of winning the upcoming match. The team is still not in the best shape and rarely copes with its opponents. The main problem of the Canadians is their weak attack, and the defense is not able to compensate for this, as it is not very reliable. Edmonton suffered from the same problems at the start of the season, but during the regular championship it finally came to its senses and is now steadily earning points. The Oilers are superior to their competitor in all respects, which is why they are the clear favorites. We suggest not chasing high odds and making a confident bet in favor of the guests.
Our prediction is Edmonton win at 1.67
Bet on total
The upcoming match should definitely see a lot of goals scored, as both teams have had defensive issues throughout the season and have consistently allowed their opponents to realize their attacking potential.
Forecast - total over six goals for 1.72
Bet on the outcome of the first period
In the first period, Edmonton has every chance to gain an advantage over its opponent, since due to its significant superiority it will create pressure on Montreal from the very beginning of the match, for which the Canadians may not be ready.
Prediction - Edmonton wins first period at 2.18
