Panthers vs Canadiens Prediction
The Florida Panthers and Montreal Canadiens face off on Thursday in an NHL showdown at the Centre Bell. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Panthers vs Canadiens prediction.
Canadiens Offense Playing on Tired Legs
The Canadiens faced off against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday. Last Saturday the Canadiens faced off against the Los Angeles Kings, and they were defeated 4-0. The Canadiens only had 18 shots on goal in that game, and that is going to need to improve here. Montreal is on a three-game losing streak at home after suffering defeats to Vancouver, Calgary, and Vegas. The Canadiens are averaging 2.71 goals while their defense is giving up 3.48 goals per game. The offense hasn’t been good enough and on teh tired legs they need to try and get the offense going early. Nick Suzuki has scored six goals and added 11 assists.
Panthers Look to Bounce Back
The Panthers are looking to bounce back after they lost against the Toronto Maple Leafs. They lost three of the previous four games, including defeats to the Bruins and Jets. The Panthers defense wasn’t awful, but the offense scored a goal only and they ended in a shootout loss. The Panthers on the season is averaging 2.91 goals while their defense is giving up 2.55 goals per game. The defense is ranked 5th and if they can get the offense to be better, this could be a very successful season.
Canadiens vs Panthers Betting Prediction
The Canadiens are playing on their second night of as many nights and they are going to really struggle again in this game. The Panthers defense is giving up only 2.55 goals per game and they are going to find a whole lot of success here. The Canadiens defense is giving up 3.48 goals per game and they are going to really struggle in this game. The Panthers will score at least four goals and they will pick up a win.
