Brandon Montour is set to eclipse the 2.5 shots on goal line against the Vegas Golden Knights, making the over a savvy pick for tonight's NHL showdown.

As the Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers clash in a highly anticipated game, one player's performance is bound to catch the eye of those in the know – Brandon Montour. This talented defenseman has been on an absolute tear lately, and his recent shots on goal trends are definitely worth considering when placing your bets tonight.

First off, let's look at Montour's overall numbers for the season. He's been consistently firing the puck toward the net, averaging 3.14 shots on goal per game. These numbers remain consistent whether he's playing at home (3.11 SOG) or on the road (3.16 SOG). He has missed this line in the last two games, but Vegas' defense allows far more shots than the Hurricanes' stingy D allowed.

**Brandon Montour over 2.5 shots on goal**

Now let's break it down further and look at his more recent performances. Over his last 20 games, Montour has been averaging an impressive 3.75 shots on goal, going over 2.5 shots on goal in 12 of those games. In his last 10 games, he's managed to up the ante even more, averaging 4.3 shots on goal and going over the line in 7 games. His last 5 games have seen him averaging 4.6 shots on goal, with 3 of those games going over the 2.5 mark. It's safe to say that Montour's shots on goal trend is on the upswing. 

Tonight's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights is another reason to be bullish on Montour's shots on goal performance. In the two games he's faced Vegas this season, Montour has averaged 4.5 shots on goal, further solidifying his over 2.5 shots on goal potential. Let's not forget that the Knights' defense has been known to give up more shots than the Carolina Hurricanes, a team Montour has recently faced and performed well against.

The key takeaway here is that Montour's shots on goal have been on a consistent upward trajectory, especially in recent games. With a Vegas defense that is more prone to allowing shots, Montour has a solid chance of going over the 2.5 shots on goal line tonight. 

As you're pondering your bets for tonight's NHL action, don't sleep on Brandon Montour's shots on goal performance. His recent impressive numbers, combined with the Vegas Golden Knights' defense, make the over 2.5 shots on goal a smart play for those looking to score big. Just remember, while Montour's upward trend is a compelling reason to bet the over, no bet is ever a sure thing. But with the data backing Montour's shots on goal prowess, you might just find yourself celebrating a win alongside the Florida Panthers tonight.