The NHL is back in action today as the Montreal Canadiens will clash with the Arizona Coyotes at Gila River Arena in Glendale, Arizona. The Coyotes were the better team last season as they beat the Canadiens twice last season.
Montreal Canadiens Form
The Canadiens started the season in an average form this year. Moreover, their record so far stands at 5-6 and they are placed on the 5th spot in the Atlantic Division. On a positive side, they managed to get a solid win against the Rivals the Maple Leafs with a score of 5-2. Also, in their 5 wins, they have averaged 5.00 goals per game.
On the defensive side of the ice, the Canadiens concede an average of 3.18 goals per game which is enough for the 19th spot in scoring defence.Arizona Coyotes Form
The Coyotes are one of the teams that had high expectations heading into this season. Moreover, this is a team that has an abundance of young talent. However, the season did not start well for them as they lost three of their first four games. Additionally, they scored only 7 goals in those games. However, the Coyotes managed to get back to winning ways as they won 6 of their last 7 games. This is a team that has plenty of talent and there is more to come from them this season.
On the offensive side of the game, the Coyotes score an average of 3.00 goals per game. And this record is enough for the 17th spot in the league in scoring.
On the defensive side of the game, the allowed 2.18 goals per game which are enough for the 2nd spot in the league.
Prediction
The Canadiens managed to get a convincing win against the Maple Leafs and that will give them self-esteem.
However, the Coyotes are the better team at the moment. Moreover, they are on a good run and there is more to come from them. Therefore, I side with Arizona in this one.
My Free Pick & Prediction for Montreal Canadiens vs. Arizona Coyotes 10/30/2019 is: take the Arizona Coyotes -340 (MoneyLine).
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