Dallas Stars Look to Continue Winning Streak As They Take on Struggling Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens and Dallas Stars face off in an intriguing matchup to kick off 2024. The Canadiens have a 15-21 record, dropping three in a row recently, while the
Game outlook
The Montreal Canadiens and Dallas Stars face off in an intriguing matchup to kick off 2024. The Canadiens have a 15-21 record, dropping three in a row recently, while the Stars boast an impressive 22-9-4 record, winning their last two contests. Dallas is favored to win this game, with their current line coming in at -294. This is sure to be an exciting game between two teams going in opposite directions, and fans should have a great time watching it.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Canadiens +245 | Stars -294
Spread: Canadiens +1.5 (+100) | Stars -1.5 (-120)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Dallas will win straight-up is 75%.
Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens' season has been a challenge, with their offense averaging 2.83 goals per game and their defense allowing 3.46 goals per game. Nick Suzuki, Cole Caufield, and Sean Monahan are leading the top two lines with 30 goals and 49 assists, while only three active skaters have seven goals or more and the defense has struggled to keep opponents from taking uncontested shots on the net. Goaltender Samuel Mountembeault has a .903 save percentage and a 2.94 goals-against average, and the team currently sits at 15-16-5 for the season.
Dallas Stars Analysis
The offensive unit of Pavelski, Robertson and Hintz have combined for 40 goals and 63 assists, and critical defensive contributions from Lindell and Harley have also provided support. Goaltender Jake Oettinger has a .901 save percentage and 2.93 goals-against average. The Dallas Stars have a strong offensive unit and defensive contributions from Lindell and Harley, but they need their goaltender to improve in order to maintain their strong performance.