Montreal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers Prediction 4-2-24 Picks
Florida Panthers (47-22-5) vs. Montreal Canadiens (28-33-12)
April 2, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Montreal Canadiens +180 / Florida Panthers -233; Over/Under: +6
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In this article, we will formulate a Panthers vs Canadiens betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Tuesday, April 2nd at Centre Bell. We will take a look at:
-The Florida Panthers recent form and recent player performance
-The Montreal Canadiens’ recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Panthers and Canadiens.
Panthers on Tired Legs
The Panthers are going to be on tired legs after their game on Monday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. On Saturday, the Panthers faced off against the Detroit Red Wings and they were defeated 3-2 in a shootout. The Panthers are averaging 3.19 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.43 goals per game. The offense is ranked 14th in the league, while the defense is ranked 1st in the league. Sam Reinhart has scored 51 goals and added 45 assists so far this season. The Panthers will meet the Senators and Bruins after this one.
Canadiens Were Shutout In the Last Game
The Canadiens were shut out in the last game against the Carolina Hurricanes. The Hurricanes scored three goals against Montreal, and the offense failed to score any goals. Two games ago against the Philadelphia Flyers, the Canadiens were able to secure a 4-1 victory. The Canadiens are averaging 2.69 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.33 goals per game. The offense is ranked 28th, while the defense is ranked 25th. Nick Suzuki has scored 30 goals and added 39 assists so far this season.
Montreal Canadiens Team Facts
- The Canadiens have lost each of their last 11 games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Canadiens have covered the puck line in each of their last 13 night games at Bell Centre following a home loss.
- The favorites have won the second period in seven of the last eight games between the Panthers and Canadiens at Bell Centre.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in four of the Canadiens’ last five games.
Florida Panthers Team Facts
- The Panthers have won each of their last seven games against the Canadiens.
- The Panthers have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last six night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The favorites have won the second period in seven of the Panthers’ last eight games at Bell Centre.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Panthers’ last 10 games against Atlantic Division opponents.
Panthers vs Canadiens Betting Prediction
The Panthers are going to have no issue running up the score. The Panthers are averaging 3.199 goals per game and even on tired legs, they are going to find success scoring. The Canadiens offense is averaging only 2.69 goals per game, and they are going to really struggle to keep the offense going here. The Panthers will score at least two goals here, and that will be enough for them to get the job done. Back the Panthers.