NHL Betting Preview - Montreal Canadiens Underdogs vs Florida Panthers at Montreal
The Montreal Canadiens get a visit from the Florida Panthers in NHL Betting Odds action on Tuesday.
Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 2.8-2.6 victory for the Panthers. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Florida Panthers vs Montreal Canadiens Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
32-31-6 Montreal battles the Panthers, currently with a 38-22-9 mark. The OVER/UNDER records, important for totals bettors, are 33-25-11 for the Canadiens and 26-29-14 for the Panthers. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Montreal vs Florida injuries news.
The Montreal Canadiens sit at No. 29 in the current NHL power poll here at Odds Shark, while the Florida Panthers sit at a No. 15 on the same chart.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Montreal's No. 15-ranked offense, averaging 2.71 goals per game, against a Panthers defense that ranks No. 5 at 2.46 goals allowed. The Canadiens power play is averaging 17.04% while the Panthers defense kills off 81.74% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Florida was a 3-2 loser in its last match on the road against the Islanders. They lost as +119 underdogs, while the total score of 5 made winners of PUSH bettors.
Last time out for Montreal, they were a 4-1 loser as they battled the Wild at home. Moneyline bettors who got the Wild at -136 were rewarded, while the 5 combined goals moved the game PUSH for totals bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Florida at Toronto, Thursday, March 17th
Montreal at Buffalo, Wednesday, March 16th