This is a 10* NON-CONFERENCE TOTAL OF THE YEAR on the UNDER Habs/Canucks.

This season is definitely shaping up to be different than any other. Motivation plays a big part from night to night, as team's are seeing each other multiple times.

The Canucks and Habs will play three games in a row. Last night the Canucks won the first one by a score of 6-5.

There's no doubt that scoring has been up across the league since last season, but I believe that the second game of this back-to-back scenario absolutely sets up as more of a defensive affair.

There was a lot of sloppy play by both teams last night, especially on the defensive end. I think each makes adjustments to combat that issue.

Also note that Vancouver has seen the total dip under the number in ten of its last 14 home games after scoring six or more goals in a victory in its last outing.

The Habs have seen the total go UNDER in seven of their last 11 road games after allowing five or more goals in road loss in their previous outing.

This number is definitely a little high. The play is the under!

Good luck, NP