The highly-anticipated match between the Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning is happening today at 7:00 PM EDT. The -322 favorite for the game is the Tampa Bay Lightning, while the Montreal Canadiens will be stepping onto the ice as +270 underdogs. Moreover, the game’s total is set at 6.5, and the Lightning are -1.5 on the puck line at odds of -120, while the Canadiens are +1.5 at odds of -100.
Last time these two teams met was on December 28, 2022, where the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-1 in a game that saw the Lightning as -355 favorites, with the total set at 6.0. It’s worth noting that the total stayed under by just one goal.
Win Trends: Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Let’s examine the recent performances of each team in terms of wins on the ice. The Montreal Canadiens have been experiencing a cold streak, winning only two of their last ten games. Meanwhile, the Tampa Bay Lightning have won four of their last ten games, making them the favorite team to win.
Totals Trends: Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Now, let’s check their total trends. The Montreal Canadiens have gone over in six of their last ten games and stayed under in four of their last ten games. As for the Tampa Bay Lightning, it’s difficult to spot any significant trend as the total has gone over in five of their last ten games, and stayed under in four of their last ten games.
Our Expert’s Pick
With the latest trends for both teams in mind, our expert is leaning towards Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5 (-120). We’re following the successful Shark player VegasCapperHutch for this game.
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