Carolina Hurricanes vs Montréal Canadiens Prediction Tommy Boluda Pro Tipster

The Carolina Hurricanes have shown a mixed form recently. They have been strong in faceoffs, consistently winning more than their opponents, as seen in their game against the Nashville Predators where they won 56% of faceoffs. Taylor Hall has been a standout performer, contributing significantly in games, including scoring three goals against the Anaheim Ducks. However, the team has struggled with giveaways, which was evident in their match against the Los Angeles Kings, where they had 32 giveaways. Despite these challenges, the Hurricanes have managed to maintain a solid defense, often blocking more shots than their opponents.

The Montréal Canadiens have had a challenging run, with some defensive vulnerabilities. They have been effective in hitting, often out-hitting their opponents, as seen in their game against the Ottawa Senators. Nick Suzuki and Patrik Laine have been key players, consistently contributing to the team's offensive efforts. However, the Canadiens have faced issues with penalty minutes, particularly in their game against the St. Louis Blues, where they accumulated 30 penalty minutes. Despite these setbacks, the Canadiens have shown resilience, often managing to score more than 1.5 goals in the first period.