So it's time for the decisive matches of the NHL playoff semifinals, there are many bright games behind us, but the most interesting is still ahead. So we are waiting for the confrontation of the winners of the western and northern divisions, "Montreal" will host "Vegas"on its site. The sixth game in the series will take place on June 25 at 03: 00 Moscow time. Our portal has prepared a forecast for this confrontation for you.
Montreal Canadiens
Montreal is showing itself well in this playoff draw, thanks to the excellent play of the goalkeeper and a bright attack. After the failure at the start of the series with Toronto, the team showed character and was able to make a comeback, snatching a victory in the seventh game, which became a real sensation. The Canadians continued their confident game in the meetings against Winnipeg, passing the opponent without a single defeat, becoming the most important sensation of this Stanley Cup draw. The Canadians also performed well with Vegas and were able to snatch three victories already.
Vegas Golden Knights
Vegas shows excellent attacking hockey in every game, creating strong pressure on the opponent's goal, although it does not always bring results. After a confident start in the series with Minnesota, Vegas began to fail in the middle, which led to the fact that the teams played as many as 7 matches. At the start of the series with "Colorado", the team also failed, but was able to gather at home and won twice, after which it confidently brought the series to a victorious conclusion, showing competent hockey. With Montreal, after the opening victory, the team began to look less confident and was already one step away from relegation.
Injuries and disqualifications:
- Injuries:
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Montreal - Evans (concussion).
"Vegas" - Krebs (broken jaw).
Statistics and figures
- The last match between these teams ended with a victory for Montreal with a score of 1: 4.
- Montreal has only two defeats in its last five matches.
- Vegas has lost three times in its last five matches.
Forecast
It is difficult to single out a clear favorite in this confrontation. "Vegas" demonstrates good hockey this season and always looks confident. "Montreal" is now clearly on the move and are in space form and will have the advantage of their site. Still, the "knights" must fight and bring the series to the seventh duel.