Montreal vs Detroit Prediction: Will They Reach the Total Over?

Prediction for the NHL Montreal Canadiens vs Detroit Red Wings match, which will take place on January 27th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Montreal

Montreal has claimed only 20 wins in 48 games this season, which can hardly be called a successful result. The team also failed 28 matches, making it last in the Atlantic Division standings with 43 points. Note that after a surprise win over Toronto in overtime (3-2), Montreal lost to Boston with a score of 2-4.

Detroit

Detroit has participated in 46 games this campaign. The Red Wings won 20 times and failed 26. The result could be better, so the team is sixth in the Atlantic Division standings with 48 points. After a 1-2 loss to Philadelphia, Detroit beat San Jose in overtime (3-2).

Expert Betting Tips

• Montreal is averaging 3.64 goals per game.
• Detroit has not lost to Montreal in regulation time in the last three meetings.

We suggest avoiding the outcomes in the upcoming meeting and not trying to pick a favorite. Yes, Detroit looks more solid against, but Montreal has also improved lately. It's better to note that the home team averages 6.1 pucks per game and 6.2 pucks for the visitors. That's why we think the opponents will reach the total over.