Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Montreal Canadiens will face off against the Washington Capitals in a highly anticipated Eastern Conference matchup. Montreal comes into the game with momentum, winning five of their last six games and sitting just four points out of a playoff spot. However, they will be missing some key players including Carey Price. On the other hand, Washington holds the top spot in the Metropolitan Division, with a five-point lead. They have been inconsistent lately, alternating wins and losses in their last nine games. Washington is the betting favorite in this matchup, opening at -218.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Canadiens +175 | Capitals -205

Spread: Canadiens +1.5 (-145) | Capitals -1.5 (+123)

Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Washington will win straight-up is 67%.

Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens have a mixed performance this season, with a goals-for average of 3.0 (18th) and goals-against average of 3.4 (27th). They average 25.4 shots per game (32nd) and allow 28.9 shots per game (20th). Their power play is 17th, scoring 22.1% of the time, while their penalty kill is ranked 12th, preventing goals 82% of the time. Cole Caufield leads in goals with 22, Nick Suzuki leads in assists and points with 29 and 41 respectively. Lane Hutson has 27 assists. Montreal has six players with 20 or more points. Goalie Sam Montembeault has a record of 15-15-2 with a 2.95 goals-against average and a .898 save percentage. With a power ranking of 18, Montreal sits at 17th in offense, 26th in defense, and has a season record of 6-3.