In this article, we will formulate a Predators vs Canadiens prediction for this NHL game on Sunday, April 6, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Montreal Canadiens Betting Preview
The Montreal Canadiens (37-30-9, 44-32 ATS) responded to a five-game losing skid with four consecutive victories over the Panthers (twice), Bruins, and Flyers. Thanks to a good form of late, the Canadiens occupy the playoff spot as they are the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference with 83 points, four ahead of the Rangers.
The Canadiens score 3.00 goals per game on average (15th), while they concede 3.26 GPG (24th). This season, Nick Suzuki leads the team with 83 points (27 G and 56 A). Cole Caufield has 65 points (35 G and 30 A), while Lane Hutson chips in with 63 points (6 G and 57 A).
Jakub Dobes (6-4-2) is expected to start for the Canadiens at the goal on Sunday against the Predators. The 23-year-old is allowing 3.02 goals per game this year with a .897 SV% and one shutout.
Nashville Predators Betting Preview
The Nashville Predators (27-41-8, 31-45 ATS) are in terrible form of late as they lost ten of the previous 12 games. The Predators are currently on a five-game losing skid after falling to the Blues, Golden Knights, Flyers, Blue Jackets, and Stars. Nashville is 7th in the Central Division Standings with 62 points, 46 behind the top-placed Winnipeg Jets.
The Predators average 2.50 goals per game this year (32nd), while they allow 3.29 GPG (26th). Filip Forsberg leads the team with 69 points (29 G and 40 A). Jonathan Marchessault contributes 49 points (19 G and 30 A), while Steven Stamkos has 46 points (24 G and 22 A).
Juuse Saros (18-29-6) will likely take his place in the cage for the Predators on Sunday against the Canadiens. The 29-year-old is allowing 2.99 goals per game this year with a .895 SV% and four shutouts.
Why the Canadiens will beat the Predators
- The Predators have lost each of their last five games.
- The Canadiens have won four of their last five games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The Canadiens have covered the puck line in each of their last four games against the Predators.
- The Predators have failed to cover the puck line in four of their last five night games at Bridgestone Arena following a road loss.
- The Canadiens have won the third period in each of their last five night games following a win.
Total Goals Facts
- Nine of the Predators’ last 10 night games against opponents on a winning streak have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- Each of the Canadiens’ last five night games against the Predators following a win have gone UNDER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in 10 of the Canadiens’ last 11 road games against opponents on a losing streak.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in four of the Predators’ last five games at Bridgestone Arena against opponents on a winning streak.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Nashville Predators rank 32nd in the league in short-handed goals this season (1).
- The Nashville Predators rank T31st in the league for Period 3 goals scored per game this season (0.83).
- The Montreal Canadiens are one of only four teams to win 8+ games when trailing after Period 2 this season.
- The Montreal Canadiens are one of only four teams to lose a game when leading by 3 or more goals after Period 1 this season.
Predators vs Canadiens Prediction
The Predators won six of the previous ten H2H encounters, but the Canadiens won three of the last four. This season, they met once, and Montreal won that game 3-0 at home. The Habs are looking to secure the playoffs, and they need two points here as the New York Rangers are right behind and hoping for Montreal to slip. The Canadiens won just one of the previous six road games, but luckily, they play against one of the worst teams in the NHL, who are currently in poor form. I am going with the Habs.