Wins on the CFL schedule aren’t easy to come by for any team in the league. Hamilton was likely hoping that things would come a little easier for them to start the season. As it stands, the Tigers-Cats are off to an 0-2 start and will need to start turning things around quickly to battle back into the playoff picture.
People making Alouettes vs Tiger Cats betting picks will see that it is too early to judge what Monteal’s potential is. The Alouettes have already had a bye and only have a win over 0-2 Ottawa to show for their efforts so far this season. Montreal is likely eager to get back on the field and start working toward what kind of team it can be this season.
Montreal Alouettes vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats Odds
Moneyline: Hamilton is -145 on the moneyline, while Montreal is +125.
Spread: CFL odds show the Tiger-Cats are 2.5-point home favorites.
Over/Under: The over/under has been set at 44.5 points. Montreal’s only game this season has gone under the total.
Montreal Alouettes vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats Information
Montreal Alouettes vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats
Location of the game: Tim Horton Field, Hamilton, Ontario.
Date & Time: Friday, June 23. 7:30 p.m.
How to watch: CFL+
Alouettes vs. Tiger-Cats Analysis
Montreal still has a lot to prove
The star of the Alouettes’ season-opening win over Ottawa was its defense. Montreal intercepted three passes and was able to grind out a seven-point victory. Anyone making Alouettes vs Tiger Cats betting picks will see Montreal jump out to a 10-point, first-quarter lead and hold on for a seven-point win.
Alouettes quarterback Cody Fajardo was steady, if unspectacular in the opener. He passed for 261 yards and didn’t throw any touchdowns or interceptions. Montreal wide receiver Austin Mack was the team’s leading receiver, holding in four passes for 120 yards.
Key Injuries
Montreal doesn’t have any notable players on the injury report.
Betting Trends to know
- Montreal is 1-0 against the spread.
- The Alouettes’ season-opener went under the total.
Hamilton needs an emergency turnaround on defense
The Tigers-Cats spot in the CFL standings has been most heavily impacted by their struggles on defense. Hamilton did have the misfortune of opening the season by playing both teams that appeared in the Grey Cup last season, Winnipeg and Toronto, in back-to-back weeks. Anyone making Alouettes vs Tiger Cats betting picks will see that has gone poorly.
Hamilton has given up 74 points. The Tiger-Cats may be forced to start Matthew Shiltz at quarterback this week. Hamilton’s offense hasn’t had too many problems producing scoring chances this season, so if the Tiger-Cats can straighten out their defense, they could right the ship.
Key Injuries
Tiger-Cats quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell left last Sunday’s game with a lower-body injury. People making CFL picks will see the team has been silent on how long Michell will possibly be out thus far.
Betting Trends to know
- Hamilton is 2-0 against the spread this season.
- The Tigers-Cats have seen the total go 1-1 in their games this season.
Alouettes vs. Tiger-Cats Betting Picks
When it comes to CFL picks, Hamilton is in desperation mode and will need a win to avoid to moving to 0-3. The Tiger-Cats did have to worry about two difficult opponents during the first two weeks and will see a slight step back with Montreal.
The Tiger-Cats shouldn’t have a hard time winning by at least a field goal. This game is unlikely to be a blowout either way, but Hamilton should cover the spread.
When it comes to the total, both Montreal and Hamilton are still trying to sort out a way to make their offenses as efficient as possible. When it comes to the CFL picks, this game is likely to see the total go under the number.
Montreal Alouettes vs. Hamilton Tiger-Cats Prediction
- CFL Pick: Hamilton -2.5
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