The Bell Centre is set to host a significant clash as the Montreal Canadiens (2-2-0) prepare to face off against the Los Angeles Kings (1-0-2) of the National Hockey League. This game holds great importance for both teams, with Los Angeles striving to avoid a three-game losing streak and Montreal looking to bounce back from a recent defeat.
Montreal is also facing defensive issues. They allow 3.25 goals per game and are coming off a defeat to Pittsburgh by a score of 6-3. Both teams have struggled defensively, which raises worries about their ability to keep the puck out of the goal. This is even though both teams have offensive firepower equivalent to one another.
Because Darcy Kuemper, King’s primary goaltender, reportedly suffers from a lower-body ailment, David Rittich will be the one to man the crease. In response, Montreal will use Sam Montembeault, who has been performing well with a 2.03 goals-against average and a save percentage of.942.
With both teams showing defensive weaknesses, and considering the potential for offensive fireworks from either side, this game promises to be an exciting one. A wager that is under 6.5 total goals seems like a reasonable bet for this game, adding to the anticipation and excitement of the matchup.