explain this NHL line to me

[bobbyfk]

I know this game is over but.......

Montreal Canadiens+165

team is down 3 games to 2 but they are on their home ice and they are a underdog

[diamond]

Im happy for the Habs, BUT

it always looks clearer AFTER the game

[Masu485]

it's because they suck but they are scrappy. some good players are injured and pittsburgh was looking to put them away tonight. also, the MTL home crowd often has a negative effect on the habs because of the immense pressure.

[bobbyfk]

[Masu485]

i'm on habs though and loving this! hopefully they win game 7 so me and nicky can go partying downtown!