Montreal Canadiens vs New Jersey Devils Betting Picks & Predictions
The Montreal Canadiens will face the New Jersey Devils in an important conference matchup at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The Canadiens are looking to snap a
Game outlook
The Montreal Canadiens will face the New Jersey Devils in an important conference matchup at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The Canadiens are looking to snap a four-game losing streak, while the Devils aim to secure their fourth win in their last five games. New Jersey, the current leaders in the Metropolitan Division, are the betting favorites in this matchup with odds opening at -295. The game is set to begin at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Canadiens +260 | Devils -305
Spread: Canadiens +1.5 (+105) | Devils -1.5 (-122)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Jersey will win straight-up is 75%.
Montreal Canadiens
The Montreal Canadiens suffered their fourth consecutive loss on Tuesday, falling 3-2 in overtime to the Calgary Flames. Goalie Sam Montembeault allowed the game-tying goal late in regulation and the game-winner in overtime, stopping 32 of 35 shots on net. Forward Joel Armia contributed a goal and an assist in the loss. Despite outshooting the Flames in the first period, Montreal struggled in the second period and has been struggling offensively, scoring three goals or less in their last four games. LW Rafael Harvey-Pinard remains on injured reserve with a leg injury. With a power ranking of 29, Montreal ranks 23rd in offense, 31st in defense, and holds a 4-7-2 record for the season.