Montreal Canadiens vs Calgary Flames Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Montreal Canadiens face off against the Calgary Flames in a match where both teams aim to bounce back from challenging seasons. The Canadiens, with a 25-30-11 record, are struggling with only three wins in their last 10 games and sit second-to-last in the Atlantic Division. The Flames, with a 5-6 record, are in fifth place in the Pacific Division with hopes of securing a wild card spot. Both teams are eager to climb the standings and finish the season on a positive note, making the upcoming game highly anticipated. Calgary is currently favored to win with odds starting at -170 and the line now at Calgary -165.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Canadiens +142 | Flames -165

Spread: Canadiens +1.5 (-166) | Flames -1.5 (+145)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Calgary will win straight-up is 62%.

Montreal Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens are currently struggling with both offense and defense, scoring an average of 2.73 goals per game while allowing 3.41. Nick Suzuki and Cole Caufield have been leading the top line with 45 goals and 69 assists, but the rest of the offense has been unreliable. Only six active skaters have scored 10 goals or more, leaving opponents the opportunity to shut down their offense. On the defensive end, Johnathan Kovacevic and Kaiden Guhle have shown some success, but overall the team has allowed opponents to take advantage of open shots on net. The one bright spot has been goaltender Samuel Montembeault, who has a .905 save percentage and 3.11 goals-against average. Montreal is currently ranked 23rd in the power rankings, with a record of 25-30-11 and ranking 27th in offense and 28th in defense. Le capitaine remet les pendules à l'heure! The captain evens it up! #GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/X4r11o2Cwd